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Andre'

Replacing my original power steering rack with a rebuild rack. The steering wheel in the centered, original position (split in the clamp) doesn't line up with the flat spot of the steering shaft of the new rebuild rack. This might not be a big deal since I can still realign the steering wheel but could this have any impact on the turn light switch jumping back in the neutral position after everything is said and done?

I thought about opening up the new rack to realign the steering shaft to match the position of the original rack.

Any suggestions? Thanks,

Paul · Posted: Sun May 19, 2013 2:55 pm Post subject:

Remove the plastic screw that covers the inspection port and make sure the rack is centered. If not walk the tie rod ends.
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Andre' · Posted: Mon May 20, 2013 12:07 am Post subject:

The rack is the centered position - the steering shaft flat is just in a different position compared to the original rack. Can I simply reposition the the steering wheel and don't worry about it?

Paul · Posted: Mon May 20, 2013 1:56 am Post subject:

Absolutely, no issue; however if the the car doesn't drive straight with the rack and wheel centered, adjust the tie rod ends instead of the wheel.
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White 87 924S "Ghost"
Silver 98 986 3.6l 320 HP "Frank N Stein"
White 01 986 "Christine"
Polar Silver 02 996TT. "Turbo"
Owned and repaired 924s since 1977
Porsche: It's not driving, it's therapy.

Rasta Monsta · Joined: 12 Jul 2006 Posts: 11733 Location: PacNW

Turn signal cancellation spars are on the wheel. If you are sure the rack is centered (centering tool installed), just remove and realign the wheel.
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Andre' · Posted: Mon May 20, 2013 2:34 am Post subject: