Yes it will work. You will also need the non power input (coupling shaft) as the length is difference. The difference in the knuckles has to do with leverage and final turning angle. You won’t tell the difference. Personally rebuilt racks are readily available. The non power steering also uses a larger steering wheel. Dennis
-----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of Dave Arthur Sent: Wednesday, September 24, 2008 9:12 PM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Power to Standard Steering Conversion I have an Œ86 Westy, steering rack (power) is suspect, previous owner left the pump unhooked due to leakage. I have a new standard rack, does anyone know the following... 1. Will it work? 2. The steering knuckles are supposedly different between power and standard steering. I¹m not sure what the difference is. 3. The power rack has a universal joint between the rack and the steering shaft, the standard steering uses a flex plate. I¹m not sure how drivable the standard rack will be, I suspect the knuckle difference may be one of leverage. Any ideas or comments are welcome. Dave |
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