Rack and pinion (rebuild / replace)

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Jun 15, 2024 | 07:59 PM

Kdeman1

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Rack and pinion (rebuild / replace)

Hello!

I have a 1987 corvette and am debating a rebuild vs replace on the rack and pinion for my C4,

Turn one is local to me and can do a rebuild with a new steel insert for 725… however a rebuild online from Detroit axle costs about 400$, any recommendations??

What am I missing here?

Jun 15, 2024 | 08:45 PM

sb66

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not sure if this helps or adds to confusion - https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo...t=7388&jsn=469. i did this and had my local shop install - comes with a filter as well - if you can do the install save a few bucks - this has worked fine for me so far -

Jun 15, 2024 | 09:37 PM

dieselgeek

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Spend the money on the turn one rack. I got a reman from Detroit and it had a huge dead spot, spooky to drive. Found a lightly used turn one rebuilt rack that has been flawless since install.

Jun 15, 2024 | 10:06 PM

Kdeman1

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Good call, mines leaking bad and well… Id like it work!

Jun 16, 2024 | 10:37 AM

Whaleman

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Don't mean to hijack but a filter was mentioned. I have considered this. Anyone done one? Dan
Edelmann Elite Power Steering Filter; Fits 99% of Hydraulic Power Steering vehicles 70699 - Advance Auto Parts

Jun 17, 2024 | 10:15 PM

red86silver78

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I got one from rock auto about a year ago. They didn't want my old one back so I saved it to get rebuilt incase the one I got gives me any problems. I suggest stay away from Detroit axel. Check out their reviews.