rack and pinion sources? (Page 1/1)
lou_dias OCT 25, 02:22 PM
where can I buy a new or rebuilt rack and pinion of both an 87 GT and 88 Formula?
sledcaddie OCT 25, 02:38 PM
https://www.rockauto.com/en...rack+and+pinion,7388

This is for the 87 only.
fierofool OCT 25, 02:52 PM
Last time I spoke with CV Source in Buford, GA., they had a half dozen or so on the shelf. C.V. Source, Inc 3027 Summer Oak Place, Suite A -- Buford, Georgia 30518-0401. Phone: (800) 955-2953 -- Local (678) 889-4118 -- Fax: (678) 546-8692

They also make custom drive axles for engine/transmission swaps like 4t60 series transmissions.
lou_dias OCT 25, 03:17 PM

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Originally posted by sledcaddie:

https://www.rockauto.com/en...rack+and+pinion,7388

This is for the 87 only.



RockAuto is out of stock on it. FieroStore used to carry them. All of a sudden they are no where...
88Fingers OCT 25, 06:51 PM
For the '88 anyway, I have seen threads on here that show how to rebuild your own. New upper roller bearing, new lower ball bearing and seal, Rodney makes a nice passenger side rack bushing then a nice clean-out and re-grease. Maybe throw in new inner and outer tie rod ends and....rebuilt rack! Check out the threads. Great information.
Dennis LaGrua OCT 25, 07:47 PM
The 84-87 racks are easily rebuilt with Rodney Dickmans bronze bushing, some grease , a careful assembly procedure that includes minor adjustment and indexing of the rack. Very occasionally the needle and ball bearing require replacement but haven't come across this as yet.

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" THE BLACK PARALYZER" -87GT 3800SC Series III engine, custom ZZP /Frozen Boost Intercooler setup, 3.4" Pulley, Northstar TB, LS1 MAF, 3" Spintech/Hedman Exhaust, P-log Manifold, Autolite 104's, MSD wires, Custom CAI, 4T65eHD w. custom axles, Champion Radiator, S10 Brake Booster, HP Tuners VCM Suite.
"THE COLUSSUS"
87GT - ALL OUT 3.4L Turbocharged engine, Garrett Hybrid Turbo, MSD ign., modified TH125H
" ON THE LOOSE WITHOUT THE JUICE "

[This message has been edited by Dennis LaGrua (edited 10-25-2018).]

KMFDMFAN OCT 26, 01:12 PM
Check out this thread here...

http://www.fiero.nl/forum/Forum2/HTML/135687.html

Rebuilding an entire steering rack worked wonders on my 88GT
lou_dias OCT 26, 03:22 PM

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Originally posted by KMFDMFAN:

Check out this thread here...

http://www.fiero.nl/forum/Forum2/HTML/135687.html

Rebuilding an entire steering rack worked wonders on my 88GT


Thanks. I ordered all the parts from Rodney.
Dennis LaGrua OCT 26, 08:02 PM

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Originally posted by lou_dias:

Thanks. I ordered all the parts from Rodney.



On the 87's just be sure to follow the repair manual procedure on the proper indexing of the rack to steering shaft position before installation. If the rack is not indexed the position your steering wheel will be way off when the tires point straight ahead. With the 88 rack you may be able to change the rack bushing without disassembing it.

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" THE BLACK PARALYZER" -87GT 3800SC Series III engine, custom ZZP /Frozen Boost Intercooler setup, 3.4" Pulley, Northstar TB, LS1 MAF, 3" Spintech/Hedman Exhaust, P-log Manifold, Autolite 104's, MSD wires, Custom CAI, 4T65eHD w. custom axles, Champion Radiator, S10 Brake Booster, HP Tuners VCM Suite.
"THE COLUSSUS"
87GT - ALL OUT 3.4L Turbocharged engine, Garrett Hybrid Turbo, MSD ign., modified TH125H
" ON THE LOOSE WITHOUT THE JUICE "