Griffiths reman racks

[Dave]

I have noticed the slightest bit of play in my steering rack on the driver side. The thing is original with 185k miles on it. I am thinking it may be time for a new one.

Has anyone here bought a rack from Griffiths? Looks like a decent outfit, and they give a two year warranty.

If not Griffiths, where else might I want to look?

[BahnE30]

is it the rack or inner tie rod? i wasn't aware of a way to check play in a steering rack....

[AdironRider]

Upgrade to a z3 if you do anything.

[Dave]

Tie rods are brand new. The steering column and its linkage and "guibo" are all solid.

[PeaveyBassist]

Dave, my bro has a steering rack he said I could have if I wanted it. He lives in San Francisco. Want me to see if he will give it to you for like...shipping + $20 for packaging it up?

Will

[nitro325is]

I have had one for 3 years. No problems fast ship and credit core immediately
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[1991 318is]

Why not?

If you really need a rack, why not go with a used low mile E36 or Z3 rack. The stock rack is 4 turns lock to lock. The E36 & Z3's are 2.7 to 3.2 depending on model. 2.7 is real quick but it's OK after you get used to it. I like 3.0 or 3.2. Used they go for $150-$175 and bolt right in an air bag E30. You just have to slot the opening in the firewall. It's covered several places in the forums.