Anyone got a spanner wrench that fits the ring on the power steering rack that they would be willig to loan out. Or have suggestions as to ways/methods to remove the ring for disassembly without the spanner. No punch and hammer recommendations please. BTDT, made a mess by breaking the ring. Couldn't find replacement. Had to have it welded and then re-machined to re-establish the threads. Worked, but what a PITA. Costly?? You bet. Could have been forced to buy a new rack, but I had a machinist friend!! Need to do the job again on a newer van, so this time looking for the proper tools. TIA, John Rodgers 88 GL Driver Birmingham, AL |
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