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Steering Rack Issues

Old 07-05-2009, 11:11 AM
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I partly removed my rack to drop my oil pan. Now Im have a b1tch of a time getting back installed. I have the steering shaft installed and I can get the pass side of the rack on the little peg on the K member but I can't get the d side on for anything.

Is there an easier way to get this thing back on?
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Old 07-05-2009, 11:53 AM
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I lube the bushings up with silicon spray and sometimes have had to smack them back in place with a large rubber mallet
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Old 07-05-2009, 03:12 PM
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Thanks

I will give that a shot.
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Old 07-06-2009, 06:34 PM
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One more question, is it easier to bolt on the shaft then bolt the rack to the k member or vice versa? I cant seem to get it on with the shaft bolted to the steering rack.
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Old 07-06-2009, 06:34 PM
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Also I didnt remove the tire rods when I dropped it down to remove pan.
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Old 07-06-2009, 07:47 PM
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Bump anybody????
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Old 07-06-2009, 07:55 PM
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I just put a rack in my car. I had it mounted, then hooked up the steering shaft.
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