DZGunner

I'm just wondering if anyone knows of the procedure for setting the rack/pinion gear preload in the steering rack, I'm thinking about rebuilding mine because of it's leaks and all around ****tyness, but if i cant get any info (torque specs and and other specified procedures), then I probably won't try to pioneer anything.

928Myles

Hi,
from my experience the pre-load is determined by a spring pushing against the rack rod. Could be wrong about this though?

Myles

jcorenman

The spring is decoration, the rack & pinion clearance is set by the washer which is under the same cap- and which is actually a selected shim. thickness seems to vary from 2.0-2.5 mm if memory serves.

Here's a couple of threads on the topic that will hopefully help:

https://rennlist.com/forums/928-forum/768612-anyone-ever-rebuilt-their-steering-rack-and-axles.html#post10644821

https://rennlist.com/forums/928-forum/253374-steering-rack-question-post7203063.html#post7203063