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Old 03-18-2004, 05:00 PM
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Question What to do about a bad sterring rack?

Today i went down to a place to get alignment, one of the last things before i was complely finshed with the 5spd swap to make it compley drivable, and they told me to come look at the rack, it leaked from what looked to be a boot, a high and low preasure hose, and the tie rods (i think thats the name) would move up and down a little, they said i would need to get a new one installed before they did the alignment. They called a couple people up and none of them made racks for the svx, then they called a sube dealer, $1200 U.S. for a new rack, way out of my price range. Is there any were that can rebuild them, or has them for sale for alot cheaper? What did you do when your power sterring rack went out? Thanks

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Old 03-18-2004, 06:40 PM
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yes, racks can be and are rebuilt. check on the net and even if you can't find a rebuilt svx rack i would think you could find a place that will rebuild yours.
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Old 03-18-2004, 06:49 PM
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this site may be a good place to give you an idea: http://www.atlantic-ent.com/index.html
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Old 03-18-2004, 06:58 PM
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i was given the same quote when my rack supposedly failed. i opted for a used one for $600. that's when i started having power steering problems.
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Old 03-18-2004, 11:52 PM
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rebuilt rack

I have a VERY reliable rebuilder that does our racks w/a lifetime warranty. $195. exchange! I have used them for years and years for racks and cv shafts, w/o ANY problems. I'm working w/want-a-fast-svx right now for his car.
They have cores in stock, ready to build. Basically takes a day to have it ready for me to p.u. and ship. If you're interested PM me, or email me.
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Old 03-19-2004, 12:05 AM
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I sell used racks for $230 each.

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Old 03-19-2004, 10:36 AM
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Re: rebuilt rack

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I have a VERY reliable rebuilder that does our racks w/a lifetime warranty. $195. exchange! I have used them for years and years for racks and cv shafts, w/o ANY problems. I'm working w/want-a-fast-svx right now for his car.
They have cores in stock, ready to build. Basically takes a day to have it ready for me to p.u. and ship. If you're interested PM me, or email me.
mile-hi-bri
if this post is for me, i will definitely be in touch with you after i have my car checked out and find out if i have a bad rack.
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Old 03-19-2004, 11:54 AM
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Kenneth,
It wasn't specifically aimed @ you, but I'm glad you saw it after you posted about your rack. The rebuilt racks are readily available, so if/when you need one, just holler!
I'll get it handled ASAP!
Thanks, mile-hi-bri - Brian
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Old 03-19-2004, 12:06 PM
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I got a rebuilt one from Advanced Auto for $250....
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Old 03-19-2004, 01:16 PM
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Rebuilt through my local dealer= $300
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