J.P.

Hey guys, this may sound like a nOOb question, but here goes anyways...

What are the advantages, if any, of converting from a power steering rack, to a manual steering rack?? I have seen plenty of people do this and I am wonderin what the deal is. I am having a problem with my steering right now, as i have gone through 2 power racks in like 8 months, so I think i might try the manual rack. Do you guys suggest this at all?

Also, when I install the manual rack, I need to take out all the fluid lines, reservoir tank, and the belt. What else do i need to remove in order to get rid of the power steering completely?

BTW: I have a 98 EX

Thanks for the time guys, and if you have any additional info, it would be greatly appreciated.

jP


[Modified by [256] JP-03, 12:34 AM 3/7/2003]

J.P.

No one has done this?? Anybody think they can help?

Thanks and bumpity bump

jP

Milano_EH3

Quicker steering response, but the trade off is more force it necessary to turn the car. Plus you don't have the draw from the steering pump.

This should help you out a little more. It's for an ITR, but the theories are the same.

bryan305

Something I think is odd:

On my 90 integra, I wanted to save weight, so I just pulled out the p/s pump and looped the lines.

My 2000 civic came with a manual rack

The steering on the integra seems to be easier. I like both, though.

bryan305

Also, I believe the steering response is worse on the civic due to the higher ratio the factory uses to compensate for the lack of power assist

Chris y0!

manual rack