Rack Questions

[Sykohtic]

So my steering rack needs to be replaced. Its got a lot of extra shake and a bit more play than I think it should have. So... I could go with a new (refurb) E30 rack and convert it to manual steering to get rid of more weight, or I could go with an E36/E36 M3/Z3 steering rack conversion. Not sure how manual steering on option number two would be. Opinons on powered refurb E30 rack vs. manual refurb E30 rack vs. E36/Z3 rack vs. potential manual E36/Z3 rack?

[rturbo 930]

My choice would be a powered Z3 rack, which is what I'm about to do on my own E30. The stock E30 rack is just too goddamn slow. I've heard that a non-powered Z3 rack is a little heavy, but I guess it depends who you ask.

[Sykohtic]

My choice would be a powered Z3 rack, which is what I'm about to do on my own E30. The stock E30 rack is just too goddamn slow. I've heard that a non-powered Z3 rack is a little heavy, but I guess it depends who you ask.

So I know the Z3 rack is a faster ratio, the standard e36 rack is just better valved so it feels better or is it also a slight quicker ratio? Just for reference.

There's honestly a guy parting out a Z3 somewhat nearby. I'm also getting my hands on a condor PS delete plate for pretty cheap this week.

[rturbo 930]

Read up here: http://www.r3vlimited.com/board/showthread.php?t=172261

Make sure the rack part number ends in 031. From what I've heard, not all Z3s came with the 2.7 turn rack.

[BraveUlysses]

Most Z3 racks are the same as the standard E36 rack, you need to make sure it's the one from the 1.9L engine

[Cabriolet]

you need PS to run a real z3 2.7l2l rack. keep this in mind.
the z4 rack is electric drive and does not need the fluid delete and is a good option if you dont want PS

[itsonlygeorge]

i run an e36 rack with PS delete and I have grown very fond of it. i really dont miss PS and i enjoy being able to feel the road. so long as the car is moving you can turn the wheel easily. it does take some extra effort to palm the wheel, but it is possible.

[Mr. Tasty]

I find it confusing that people complain about power steering delete. It doesn't require that much effort to turn the wheel, even with wide tires.

[R3Z3N]

^I hate it when people brag about working out.

[Mr. Tasty]

^I hate it when people brag about working out.

oh rly