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devnull · 02-28-2009, 06:46 PM

My parents have a '86 Z that's a part-time rebuild project. The suspension is complete except for a problem with the steering rack bushings. The old set was worn out enough to warrant replacement, so we ordered a set of poly rack bushings from z31parts.com.

As it stands, the steering rack is able to shift itself left to right nearly a half-inch. It mostly happens at very low speed but it can happen on moderate corners at highway speed.

Assuming we can't order the original bushings from Nissan, we're considering either adding shimming/bolstering to the steering rack clamps or finding some solid bushing inserts.

Any helpful word would be appreciated.

Thanks.

02-28-2009, 06:46 PM	#1
devnull Zilvia Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Earth Posts: 222 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Z31 steering rack help My parents have a '86 Z that's a part-time rebuild project. The suspension is complete except for a problem with the steering rack bushings. The old set was worn out enough to warrant replacement, so we ordered a set of poly rack bushings from z31parts.com. As it stands, the steering rack is able to shift itself left to right nearly a half-inch. It mostly happens at very low speed but it can happen on moderate corners at highway speed. Assuming we can't order the original bushings from Nissan, we're considering either adding shimming/bolstering to the steering rack clamps or finding some solid bushing inserts. Any helpful word would be appreciated. Thanks.