RHD Steering rack
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RHD Steering rack
SO im having some issues with my steering rack it has a bit of play in it and its a bit scary at times car wants to steer itself i feel a sort of "sway" on some uneven roads. I don't really feel like doing a rebuild due to fear of messing something up and being car-less again. Does anyone have any idea as to what i can replace it with? i am under the impression that the newer RHD racks available on eBay don't exactly fit our first gen Legacy's sub frame.. help please
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Re: RHD Steering rack
Hi,
No help from me, but have you posted on RS Liberty?
GL,
TD
No help from me, but have you posted on RS Liberty?
GL,
TD
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'93 Legacy SS - 5-speed, SOLD :-(
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Re: RHD Steering rack
Can you describe your problem a little more.
What size tires are you running and is the suspension stock or modified? Does the problem occur under certain road conditions or completely random?
What size tires are you running and is the suspension stock or modified? Does the problem occur under certain road conditions or completely random?
Josh
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1990 Legacy (AWD, 6MT, & EJ22T Swap)
2020 Outback Limted XT
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1990 Legacy (AWD, 6MT, & EJ22T Swap)
2020 Outback Limted XT
If you need to get a hold of me please email me rather then pm
Re: RHD Steering rack
Okay i should have been more clear the Wagon is lowered 2" with springs and i am running 225/45/17 and yes they do rub but only going up driveways
That being said i do notice it only happens on a few certain roads im not sure if it is due to asphalt deformation but it feels way too loose ..if i hold the steering wheel in place the car will still sway side to side as if i was playing with the steering wheel and at time ill move the steering wheel counterclockwise and i can still feel the tires moving to the right it really confuses me because it does not always happen only on said particular patches of roads
That being said i do notice it only happens on a few certain roads im not sure if it is due to asphalt deformation but it feels way too loose ..if i hold the steering wheel in place the car will still sway side to side as if i was playing with the steering wheel and at time ill move the steering wheel counterclockwise and i can still feel the tires moving to the right it really confuses me because it does not always happen only on said particular patches of roads
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Re: RHD Steering rack
The first thing I would suggest checking is the steering rack bushings. If they are worn or completely shot that will cause the play.
Here are some pics of the rack and bushings out of the car.
http://main.experiencetherave.com/subar ... efault.htm
Here are some pics of the rack and bushings out of the car.
http://main.experiencetherave.com/subar ... efault.htm
Josh
surrealmirage.com/subaru
1990 Legacy (AWD, 6MT, & EJ22T Swap)
2020 Outback Limted XT
If you need to get a hold of me please email me rather then pm
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1990 Legacy (AWD, 6MT, & EJ22T Swap)
2020 Outback Limted XT
If you need to get a hold of me please email me rather then pm
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Re: RHD Steering rack
Lowered 2".... do you have larger camber bolts to compensate and keep the alignment correct?
17" rims, but how wide?
How do the sway bar bushings and links look?
With KOEO, rock the steering wheel back and forth, about 20 degrees off center (both directions). Any clunking, binding or popping?
17" rims, but how wide?
How do the sway bar bushings and links look?
With KOEO, rock the steering wheel back and forth, about 20 degrees off center (both directions). Any clunking, binding or popping?
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1991 Legacy SS (BC) EJ22T // 5MT // Rio Red (Sold)
1991 Legacy SSRS (BC) EJ20G (Full COP and AWIC Swap) // 5MT // White Pearl Tri-Coat Africa Rally replica in progress.
Re: RHD Steering rack
So i did the bushings and both outer tie rods and it feels a bit better but it still feels loose to me...
i believe they are 7in wide they are off a 2010 wrx
It also seems one of the sway bar links came apart
and no i did not get larger cmaber bolts i didnt believe i needed them since pepboys was allegedly able to align it just fine last time i got an alignment that might be my problem
i believe they are 7in wide they are off a 2010 wrx
It also seems one of the sway bar links came apart
and no i did not get larger cmaber bolts i didnt believe i needed them since pepboys was allegedly able to align it just fine last time i got an alignment that might be my problem
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Re: RHD Steering rack
I have a spare RHD steering rack
Parts Needed:
Manual Cluster
Front & Rear bumper Chrome Trim
Manual Cluster
Front & Rear bumper Chrome Trim