Steering is the last thing between us and four wheels on the ground, so we decided to get it done.
New steering linkage test fitted. Works perfect. No binding.
Spline shafts on rack and column needed rework to accommodate E46 linkage end bolts. Not difficult, just some time with a rat tail file. The shafts are hardened steel so it's not fast going. Takes patience.
Final bolts in place, loctite and torqued.
We adjusted the steering quick release mounting on the column splines to dead center and remounted the wheel.
That's takes care of everything between us and getting back on 4 wheels. Drum roll please .........
Suspension definitely has more torsional rigidity with the cage. One jack stand keeps both wheels well off the floor. :devil:
Finally, back in the sunlight!
Not too much longer and we'll be dropping in the built and balanced turbo stroker. Remember this? :devil:
New steering linkage test fitted. Works perfect. No binding.
Spline shafts on rack and column needed rework to accommodate E46 linkage end bolts. Not difficult, just some time with a rat tail file. The shafts are hardened steel so it's not fast going. Takes patience.
Final bolts in place, loctite and torqued.
We adjusted the steering quick release mounting on the column splines to dead center and remounted the wheel.
That's takes care of everything between us and getting back on 4 wheels. Drum roll please .........
Suspension definitely has more torsional rigidity with the cage. One jack stand keeps both wheels well off the floor. :devil:
Finally, back in the sunlight!
Not too much longer and we'll be dropping in the built and balanced turbo stroker. Remember this? :devil:
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