Rack n pinion steering question with the hard steering.

[kizzie 3]

HI again,
I was looking under the dash at the rack , and as I tried to move the wheel, it made me wonder? would it be possible that the splines in the rack might be worn down, and so it does not grip as well, and that would cause the hard steering? If so, can one just replace the rack and pinion and use the same cable? Or should it all be replaced.

thanks

Kizzie 3

 

[Fed]

Re: Rack n pinion steering question with the hard steering.

The quickest way to find the cause of tight steering is to disconnect the drag link at the motor.

 

[kizzie 3]

Re: Rack n pinion steering question with the hard steering.

My brother did that already , and the engine moved freely.. I was just wondering whether just the rack and pinion could be trouble (ie, the spine be worn down on the rack and not the wheel not gripping well) , and just replace them. Or would the whole cable need replacing.

 

[j_martin]

Re: Rack n pinion steering question with the hard steering.

The cables get grease and dirt in them, and bind up. They can be cleaned, but it's a chore. The helm itself usually is no problem, as it's not out in the weather and backwash like the engine end of the cable is.

http://www.screamandfly.com/showthread.php?188864-Steering-Cable-Lube

 

[ezmobee]

Re: Rack n pinion steering question with the hard steering.

And entire new system can be had for like $120. Why mess with it?