Jon,

When I had to replace mine a year ago I found BD wanted less for a new one
than the local FLAPS wanted for a rebuilt. BTW, I never nticed play in the
steering. I replaced it because 2 different mechanics refused to give me an
inspection sticker because of it.

John Flaherty
Portland, Maine
'84 GL

----- Original Message -----
From: "Jon Joyce" <okartguy@HOTMAIL.COM>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Sunday, July 07, 2002 10:50 PM
Subject: Shot manual steering rack on my '81?

Over the past week or so, the (manual) steering on my '81 has gone from
dead-on tight to about three inches of play. Definitley makes for an
interesting experience on a breezy day! I had my wife turn the wheel back
and forth while I crawled underneath and inspected the front end; there was
no movement of the tie rods etc in that three-inch area, so I'm guessing the
problem lies within the rack & pinion? I would have expected it to go more
gradually... Anyway, is there anybody who rebuilds these things, or am I
stuck buying a new one? Anybody got a good used one they'll sell me? Any
help/advice would be much appreciated.

JJ

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