[V8] rack&pinion...auto trans

[Tim Hollister]

no..in fact the rack is the same basic rack as your t-44. they will interchange.
sounds like the seller is either full of bs or just don't know.

--- John Gourley <azaudi at gmail.com> wrote:

> I have a question about the rack & pinion.  This may seem like a dumb
> question to you V8 guys... it sounds strange to me, but I'm a 5 cyl guy,
> haven't been around a V8!
> 
> Someone near me has a 1990 V8 for sale, says it needs a rack & pinion, and
> goes on to say something about it can't be driven because the rack is
> somehow connected to the auto trans. That sounds strange to me, that there
> is actually a hydraulic connection between the steering and the tranny.   So
> I'm coming to the experts.............you V8 guys...for an answer.
> 
> I appreciate it...................trying to decide whether to check out the
> car more...or stay with my 5 cylinder quattro's!
> 
> thanks much
> 
> John Gourley
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