MIKe30's 11:1 cammed OBD2 s52 build

[e30polak]

I used no spacers period. Don't know what you're talking about??? :|

[MIKe30]

You need to use spacers to mount the rack. Washers work too if you don't have nice spacers. Most people put the spacers above the rack, but you can reduce bumpsteer by putting the spacers below the rack.

polak, he was asking about using the spacers to mount the rack to the subframe. You are talking about the spacers for modifying your steering linkage.
With an airbag car, or a non-airbag car, you will still need to use spacers to bolt the rack to the subframe.

Erik

Thanks Erik. yup, spot on as usual...

[erik325i]

Mike, I hope you bought a poly-urethane sterring coupler, removes all of the play from a rubber one. The coupler and steering rack are one of my favorite mods to date! :D

I removed mine completely and just have it bolted up solid. Absolutely no play in mine.

[erik325i]

first question is did you guys use spacers on the two bolts to subframe holding rack in place, or just bend tabs till rack fits snug and secure then bolt up?

Only on non-airbag cars. I didn't have to use the spacers even though I bought them for mine. Only thing I had to do was modify the high pressure lines, and make a new grommet plate for the firewall. :|

polak, he was asking about using the spacers to mount the rack to the subframe. You are talking about the spacers for modifying your steering linkage.
With an airbag car, or a non-airbag car, you will still need to use spacers to bolt the rack to the subframe.

Erik

[e30polak]

You need to use spacers to mount the rack. Washers work too if you don't have nice spacers. Most people put the spacers above the rack, but you can reduce bumpsteer by putting the spacers below the rack.

Only on non-airbag cars. I didn't have to use the spacers even though I bought them for mine. Only thing I had to do was modify the high pressure lines, and make a new grommet plate for the firewall. :|

Mike, I hope you bought a poly-urethane sterring coupler, removes all of the play from a rubber one. The coupler and steering rack are one of my favorite mods to date! :D

[erik325i]

Started installing the rack, first question is did you guys use spacers on the two bolts to subframe holding rack in place, or just bend tabs till rack fits snug and secure then bolt up? Secondly, seems like there is A LOT of play in my tie tods compared to old rack I just removed. Tie rods almost swing freely and I can even rotate them 360 deg whereas I couldn't eve come close to doing that with my e30 rack. Sound like I have bad inners??

You need to use spacers to mount the rack. Washers work too if you don't have nice spacers. Most people put the spacers above the rack, but you can reduce bumpsteer by putting the spacers below the rack.

[whiltebeitel]

Rotation isn't necessarily a bad thing. Backlash is. Can you tug or push on the tierod and get movement? If so, toss them. You should be able to use regular e30 tie rods, if you want to save the old tie rods.

[Paukert11]

all i can say is turbo that bitch

[MIKe30]

Started installing the rack, first question is did you guys use spacers on the two bolts to subframe holding rack in place, or just bend tabs till rack fits snug and secure then bolt up? Secondly, seems like there is A LOT of play in my tie tods compared to old rack I just removed. Tie rods almost swing freely and I can even rotate them 360 deg whereas I couldn't eve come close to doing that with my e30 rack. Sound like I have bad inners??

[erik325i]

Seriously, I am about to just fly out tomorrow to San Jose and kidnap you for 3 days until this swap is done. You are quickly becoming my 24v mentor... :bow:

Haha, glad I could help.

[MIKe30]

Yes, 3.2 turns. Same install procedure as any e36 rack.

Erik

Seriously, I am about to just fly out tomorrow to San Jose and kidnap you for 3 days until this swap is done. You are quickly becoming my 24v mentor... :bow:

[erik325i]

No progress today other than buying a 98 m3 sedan steering rack. That should work just like any other e36 rack right? Price was right so bought it on a whim. 3.2 lock to lock??

Yes, 3.2 turns. Same install procedure as any e36 rack.

Erik

[MIKe30]

No progress today other than buying a 98 m3 sedan steering rack. That should work just like any other e36 rack right? Price was right so bought it on a whim. 3.2 lock to lock??

[MIKe30]

keep them coming... How is Yana doing?

she got hit on friday by some dumb bitch that couldnt drive. :hitler: if you want more details give me a ring when you get a minute...

[ZM Blue Devil]

keep them coming... How is Yana doing?