Copps2007

Evening all.. Took my car to work today and I noticed something wasn't right.. I had a look later in the day and with the stationary and engine off (key in ignition) their is some play and clanking coming from the steering rack.. I was wondering if anyone knew of a steering rack repairer or specialist at all? I'm from surrey but location isn't an issue really. Thanks in advance.

Chris

TonyBurns

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If its a quick rack then your stuffed for a replacement, like rocking horse poo, but they were only standard on the STI RA and Type R (version 6), otherwise you have a fast rack which is a more easily replaceable item.
I think you can rebuild them but it may cost you a fair bit, try RCM to see if they rebuild steering racks.

Tony

Copps2007

Cheers for your reply Tony, unfortunately I know they are rare as horse manure I'll give rcm a call in the morning. Thanks again.

Chris

Hawkeye D

Maybe call Proven Subaru in Haslemere.
Graham, Jack and Gary are all very helpful fellas.

Copps2007

Cheers Hawkeye D I'll get on the case to these guys too, Thanks.

Chris

legacy_gtb

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Western power steering recently rebuilt my 2.25 rack! came back like new! £200! :-)

Copps2007

Cheers legacy_gtb that sounds fantastic as they have already rebuilt your identical rack! Thanks for the reply that gives me some good options now, cheers.

Chris

Copps2007

Western power steering are collecting my rack for repair on Monday, seem well on the ball and have been repairing racks for 30+ years. Once again thank you legacy_gtb :-)