big_wasa
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| posted on 21/8/14 at 09:21 PM |
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Modifying a power steering rack ?
Reading the Midlana book and Kurt has de powered the power steering rack by removing the seals and extended the arms by chopping them in half and
welding in 150mm.
I am sure I remember neither of these being acceptable in the uk. Not roadworthy ie would fail Mot / Iva am I right or am I remembering wrongly ? more
interested in the depowering as the arms could be extended as per any other uk kit.
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clairetoo
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| posted on 21/8/14 at 09:25 PM |
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I'm using a de-powered rack on my Mx5 - all internal seals removed , all pipe fittings welded , and no problems at the last two
MOT's.......
Its cuz I is blond , innit
Claire xx
Will weld for food......
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iank
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| posted on 21/8/14 at 09:34 PM |
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Don't believe you are allowed to weld steering arms in the UK.
You can use extensions which screw onto the existing threads though.
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Never argue with an idiot. They drag you down to their level, then beat you with experience.
Anonymous
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Slimy38
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| posted on 21/8/14 at 09:36 PM |
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Depowering is very common in the MX5 world, a lot of drivers feel power steering doesn't suit the light car. It also helps that the power
steering rack is quicker than the equivalent manual rack.
As mentioned, screw in extenders are also fine.
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