rack and pinion converson

cre · 04-14-2012, 05:13 AM

I wouldn't say the mustang rack was any better.... cheaper to service, a couple more option (as far as gearing) and it's a manual steering rack, not power so it's a bit lighter. There aren't a lot of people who've done it. I've never heard of any model RX-7 rack being swapped in. I like the progressive power steering found in later MKIII's. I find the lesser assistance at higher speeds I find highly agreeable (less likely to fly into oncoming traffic when you sneeze at 90MPH).

I see that he switched out the bumper support for a light weight aluminum bar.... I had always wondered if I could fine one close enough in size to swap onto my MKIII with little effort.

04-14-2012, 05:13 AM	#2
cre Toyota Racing Development Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 5,038	I wouldn't say the mustang rack was any better.... cheaper to service, a couple more option (as far as gearing) and it's a manual steering rack, not power so it's a bit lighter. There aren't a lot of people who've done it. I've never heard of any model RX-7 rack being swapped in. I like the progressive power steering found in later MKIII's. I find the lesser assistance at higher speeds I find highly agreeable (less likely to fly into oncoming traffic when you sneeze at 90MPH). I see that he switched out the bumper support for a light weight aluminum bar.... I had always wondered if I could fine one close enough in size to swap onto my MKIII with little effort. __________________ If something breaks or you need to contact a member of the administration please post HERE. Unless it's a private or administration matter please post it on the forum. It benefits no one else if car related questions aren't posted for future users and takes away from the time I'm able to spend helping on the rest of the forum. If you're so inclined I'm always more than happy to accept tips via PayPal. Tip Jar --->