Convert EG CX to Power Steering or Not?
07-26-2011, 11:21 AM
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Re: Convert EG CX to Power Steering or Not?
power steering is a plus on a eg but i dont think its necessary on a EG... the steering is already light enough... and im skinny..... it really depends on you..... i think everybody goes through a phase eventually when they want their hondas to be comfortable as much as possible.... if you do alot of city driving. then maybe u should convert it....
07-29-2011, 06:48 AM
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Re: Convert EG CX to Power Steering or Not?
I went to bone yard and got power steering rack and plumbing from 94 LX and put it on my 95 DX hatchback.
It was a pretty lengthy changeover, but well worth it. I drive mostly city and in and out of parking spaces. It really made live a lot easier.
I had to take exhaust down and left axle shaft out, remove right tie rod from power rack to get old out and new in.
The plumbing is a little of bitch to get from bottom to top, but far from impossible.
Nothing else special or changing out sub frames, just a couple days labor and 40.00 worth of junk yard parts.
And yes, front pulley needs changing and you need bracket with power steering pump.
I didn't notice any drop in mpg or performance.
It was a pretty lengthy changeover, but well worth it. I drive mostly city and in and out of parking spaces. It really made live a lot easier.
I had to take exhaust down and left axle shaft out, remove right tie rod from power rack to get old out and new in.
The plumbing is a little of bitch to get from bottom to top, but far from impossible.
Nothing else special or changing out sub frames, just a couple days labor and 40.00 worth of junk yard parts.
And yes, front pulley needs changing and you need bracket with power steering pump.
I didn't notice any drop in mpg or performance.
Thanks for the input all. I think I'll keep manual steering, at least for now.
07-29-2011, 01:39 PM
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08-24-2011, 06:50 AM
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Re: Convert EG CX to Power Steering or Not?
Before you open your bloated mouth again maybe you should read the real reason PS has been added to cars. You will also note there is NOT one mention of safety.
http://www.gates.com/common/download...n/428-7172.pdf
Another uneducated assumption. Only in the North America and Europe. Most other country's still do not use it on their small cars. It add's to the cost of the car, decreases fuel economy, adds weight, and another item to break down on the car.
08-24-2011, 07:13 AM
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08-24-2011, 07:29 AM
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What is the value of staying alive and healthy in a near crash incident where you use the PS to avoid getting killed or injured? Do your drive your kids in this car? Does your wife? Do you have a life insurance policy? Seriously, not having PS is not worth those few 'saved' $$.
It's a freaking luxury. There is a reason why that car did not come with it, it's a bare bones ecomony car, not a ****ing BMW.
Honestly, I would leave it alone. Why? It's not worth it me, all the work that would be involved, for the little gain in comfort for a daily driver, is just not worth it to me.
Let the reccord show, I have PS, becuase I am too lazy to remove it.
08-24-2011, 07:49 AM
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How is manual steering dangerous? How is it in any way shape or from in dangering a child riding in the car?!
It's a freaking luxury. There is a reason why that car did not come with it, it's a bare bones ecomony car, not a ****ing BMW.
Honestly, I would leave it alone. Why? It's not worth it me, all the work that would be involved, for the little gain in comfort for a daily driver, is just not worth it to me.
Let the reccord show, I have PS, becuase I am too lazy to remove it.
It's a freaking luxury. There is a reason why that car did not come with it, it's a bare bones ecomony car, not a ****ing BMW.
Honestly, I would leave it alone. Why? It's not worth it me, all the work that would be involved, for the little gain in comfort for a daily driver, is just not worth it to me.
Let the reccord show, I have PS, becuase I am too lazy to remove it.
08-24-2011, 02:30 PM
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I read your posts, I still don't see how not having PS is a safty issue?
Maybe people in denmark suck at driving?
08-24-2011, 05:00 PM
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That's one possibility. Another is that it's the other way around.
Last time I checked the 'International Road Traffic and Accident Database' it showed that the USA really SUCK regarding road safety and only compare to the single worst country in Europe - Greece. As a bonus info: We learn to drive a stick. Every single one of us. Funny, huh?
Here are some links for you 'educated' people:
http://www.irtad.net
http://stats.oecd.org
08-24-2011, 05:23 PM
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It's cool, whatever floats your boat :S
That's one possibility. Another is that it's the other way around.
Last time I checked the 'International Road Traffic and Accident Database' it showed that the USA really SUCK regarding road safety and only compare to the single worst country in Europe - Greece. As a bonus info: We learn to drive a stick. Every single one of us. Funny, huh?
Here are some links for you 'educated' people:
http://www.irtad.net
http://stats.oecd.org
That's one possibility. Another is that it's the other way around.
Last time I checked the 'International Road Traffic and Accident Database' it showed that the USA really SUCK regarding road safety and only compare to the single worst country in Europe - Greece. As a bonus info: We learn to drive a stick. Every single one of us. Funny, huh?
Here are some links for you 'educated' people:
http://www.irtad.net
http://stats.oecd.org
Funny, yea kind of. I hate when people can't drive a stick.
08-24-2011, 06:58 PM
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08-24-2011, 07:14 PM
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That's one possibility. Another is that it's the other way around.
Last time I checked the 'International Road Traffic and Accident Database' it showed that the USA really SUCK regarding road safety and only compare to the single worst country in Europe - Greece. As a bonus info: We learn to drive a stick. Every single one of us. Funny, huh?
Last time I checked the 'International Road Traffic and Accident Database' it showed that the USA really SUCK regarding road safety and only compare to the single worst country in Europe - Greece. As a bonus info: We learn to drive a stick. Every single one of us. Funny, huh?
This is one thing I can back up Izo with. I've lived in Europe most of my life and let me tell you, driving in the US *is* one of the most painful things I have to deal with, even after several years living here.
As far as the safety debate, I am staying out of it.
For the record, we *finally* received a remanufactured manual rack and installed it tonight. It was a PITA to get. I can't wait to get my baby back.
Thanks again for the advice.
08-24-2011, 08:30 PM
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I've never driven or even been to Europe, so I can't speak on that.
BUT, It's not that bad here. Maybe it's only because I grew up here?
08-24-2011, 08:37 PM
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Pssh, I don't have PS on my daily driver and it doesn't affect me at all. Builds muscle. More muscle = not as hard to turn.. whether your going slow or fast.
It's all a matter of opinion, if it's easier and you would rather do the swap because you don't like it without.. do it. It's your car.. do it how you want it.
It's all a matter of opinion, if it's easier and you would rather do the swap because you don't like it without.. do it. It's your car.. do it how you want it.
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