LT1-LT4 Modifications 1993-97 Gen II Small Block V8

Rack and pinion install?

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Old 02-12-2011, 07:28 PM
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Anyone done it while the motor is in the car? Is it possible? Any tips or tricks? Any information will be very helpful, thanks in advance.
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It sits in front of the motor and i very easy to change out. Pop both TIE Rods off first then loosen both power steering lines, then remove the 2 bolts holding the rack in place. I always lay the old rack on the ground and place the new rack on the ground under it so i can line up the tie rods the best i can befre i install, i also measure it to get it as close as possible before i do the alighnment hope this helps.
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Right on man thanks man!
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the only thing i did not note is the steering shaft will need to be dissconnected and i like to PB blast it before i try.




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