BMW E36 328i 1997 Power Steering Rack Problem

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Yup, not everything is nice and working fine from chop shop. Depends on your luck as well
 
JFT63;681322 said:
I did an overhaul to my 325i 36's p.steering rack by my friend here in BP..cost me around 200plus..most workshop dont recommend overhauling the rack as it is time consuming and they dont want to give such warranty..
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overhaul is just a seal replacement and clean up ...but if the left and right shaft eaten up ...then you've got no choice but to opt for a chop one or re-cond one ....

therefore it's always good to determine the shaft by popping open the rubber booth to inspect the shaft condition before deciding...

another way you could stop the leak ...just add a cap of engine oil into the reservoir to thicken a little the fluid ...hope this help...
 
ICEMAN 13;681859 said:
overhaul is just a seal replacement and clean up ...but if the left and right shaft eaten up ...then you've got no choice but to opt for a chop one or re-cond one ....

therefore it's always good to determine the shaft by popping open the rubber booth to inspect the shaft condition before deciding...

another way you could stop the leak ...just add a cap of engine oil into the reservoir to thicken a little the fluid ...hope this help...
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ur so true bro............engine oil can stop the leak ....atlest for temporary
 
i've been driving with a leaked rack for such a long time and never had replaced any racks at all ...yehh the last some1 told me that my rack is out ...i checked it myself and to be exact it was due to a worn out front wheel bearing which had such symptoms of vibrations, a jump when reversing or taking a full twist which car is in park mode ....

all you must ensure is that the left and right rubber booth must always be intact and not torn ...If torn you may get the shaft eaten up easily ....

better to check the proper place of the leak ...if comming from the steering coupling coloum then there is re-built kit easily available ..

rack has been an easy target for easy money ....check carefully before you dive into it ...
 
hi all..thanks for the info..dh hntr kereta pada pomen & he say's..stereng rack bocor & need to change...when in parking mode, ada leaking minyak stereng..& while driving, stereng rasa berat bila nk pusing ke kanan @ kiri..fill up minyak stereng & then ok balik?what should i do?
 
Somethings about steering rack

1. Always check your reservoir for ample level of oil in it. If low, in certain cases, steer is made heavy.
2. If there is any leakages, and if your rack is in good condition(good steer capability), do change the seal ASAP, as leaking oil means your
reservoir level is subjected to decline, and it may introduce extra loading on your gear rack system. The oil acts as lubrication & hydraulic medium
for the gear & rack.
3. If your feel loosen steer capability, ask your pomen to tighten the rack, there is a tightening screw available on the upper portion of the rack.
4. Second hand rack might cost around RM500 - RM700. Recondition around RM800 - RM900
 
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