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steering rack removal issue
Havin a bit of a problem removing my old steering rack for a 1985.1 944. Seems the steering gear will not retract from the steering rack once I undo all the other retaining clamps. Tried to pry it but won't budge!!!! Any suggestions? Little frustrated!!!!
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03-11-2007, 02:46 PM
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Pictures? Ive got no idea what your talking about.
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03-11-2007, 02:56 PM
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Where the Steering Gear Universal Joint attaches to the shaft of steering rack. I do not have pictures due to the fact that it is kind of hard to see (tight space). BTW...thanks for getting back so quickly.
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03-11-2007, 03:01 PM
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Tap a small chisel inbetween the pinch on the end of the steering shaft. Use a pry bar to gently pull the two apart.
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Thanks...I will give it a shot! Used a screwdriver previously but I don't think it had enough "spread".
Thanks again!
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yes, i got a long piece of steel, about 1/2 dia x 14'' long. i ground one end to a chisel point, then tapped it into the slot, this will open the dia, and allow the steering gear to drop. remember to mark the relationship between shaft , and housing, for re-assembly. boy, is that a lot of fun !
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03-11-2007, 05:46 PM
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also hit it with some wd40 in between tapping sessions.....
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