|
Hmm. I have an 83 and have recently pulled the boots back on the steering rack and inspected mine. Tight as a new drum head. As far as I know both are original to the car. These long shafts with tie rod ends are over $200 each. The outer tie rod end runs around $40. Did the "inspector" dead center the steering rack and use the locking bolt to hold it in possition while he checked end play?
What is broken on the steering wheel? The horn pad?
As to the seat retaining bolts; I've had to rebuild mine as both of the front have pulled through the inner floor pan. Use a four inch piece of 1/8" by 1" steel strap bolted under the inner floor pan on each side to clear the seat rail (#10-32) and drill and tap the center of the strap 1/4-24. Use socket head cap screws (Allen bolts) or a sillymeter equivalent. You do NOT have to drill through the bottom of the car to fix this.
What is "excessive" rear wheel bearing play? Do the large nuts need to be tightened? They require at least 350 foot pounds then a bit more to get the cotter pin holes lined up.
Who did this inspection? A local mechanic that has a chance of bagging a little repair business or possibly the mechanic's brother in law?
__________________
Hugh - So Cal 83 944 Driver Person
NOT a 'real' Porsche -- Its Better!!!!
When was the last time you changed your timing and balance belts and/or cam chain and tensioner?
New Users please add your car's year and model to your signature line!
Never break more than you fix!
|