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I took my steering rack partially apart again. After reading this:
http://www.motoiq.com/magazine_artic...ring-rack.aspx
I decided I wanted to try welding my pinion as well. However, I can't press the bearing off. I didn't put too much pressure on it as all I can do is grab the outer race. The number on the bearing is NSK 6905 which has dimensions of 25 x 42 x 9. When I measure the parts in my hand, I got 22 x 42 x 9. I'm hesitant to just cut the bearing off since it seems finding a replacement will be rather difficult.
Has anyone attempted this?
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Well I am replacing my stock control arm bushings with poly ones from Energy Suspension. Getting out the stock units is the hardest part. Also I am watching videos of some FFR builds. ( Two Guys Garage) Lots of interesting ideas and tips that will help me in my build. This will be my first Kit car and I like to learn from others so I don't make as many mistakes. I highly suggest this while waiting for your kit.
I cut it off, you don't need or want it. It is the definition of a depowered rack.
The hardest part of this build will be the rerouting and cutting of the harness unless they are giving us one. The mechanics of this kit will be a snap, the other hurdle for some may be the prep and paint if they go glass. I have begun to look over the harnesses and started to tape off what i will and will not be using to try to get a jump on it. The only other thing I need is my brake rebuild kits and a fuel pump set up.
Last edited by metalmaker12; 12-22-2012 at 03:20 PM.
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Hi Mechie,
I'm really surprised that a bearing marked 6905 has a 22 mm ID instead of a 25 mm ID.
By any chance did you use a digital caliper? I've had them re-set the zero function on me and come up with incorrect measurements. I prefer my dial calipers for that reason.
FWIW, as a quick check using a wrench. 22 mm is extremely close to 7/8ths inch while 25 mm is just under an inch.
John
Sorry for the miscue. What year is your donor, on my 02 I have left my pinion gear as is, but plan on doing the same. I have welded them up on miatas, and 240's and I will on my 818. I will have to look at it over the next week and than power up my tig machine and put a bead around the spool value. I am a certified welder in almost every type so this is fun compared to my day job. And yes the digital calipers tend to be off slightly, I only use starrett measuring tools in my measuring. When it comes to racks I have been thinking of using a Honda fit electric powered rack, it has a close ratio and is close to the same size. This would give the 818 power assist with no lines and fluid. But to start I will use the oem de-powered rack.
I used digital and manual and double checked the zeros. Had our machinist check it too to make sure I wasn't seeing things. Only thing I can think of is that a sleeve of some sort is pressed onto the shaft masking the true id. Donor is an 06 wrx.
Last edited by Mechie3; 12-23-2012 at 03:16 PM.
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Quietly making progress.
Right side is wire wheeled and coated with Eastwoods version of POR15. Left side is the same plus a gloss black paint sprayed on it.
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Looks Good! I used a wire wheel also, then Eastwood paint. Black is the way to go IMO.
I just got an update on my Quaife install, both carrier bearings didn't feel quite right, over $100 each from Subaru to replace them, it will be right when it gets finished! The gears look great! I told them not to rush since it won't get installed until summer...
I sand blasted my carriers and used the anti rust coating then the Eastwood black chassis paint too
Well it has been awhile since I posted to this thread. I installed my Energy Suspension front control arm bushings today after a hard fought battle. First it is not easy removing the stock ones. After that I ordered kit 19.3101G for a 2002 WRX that was my donor. The front bushing fit fine. The rear steel sleeve was way too big. After calling Energy Suspension they sent a steel sleeve that was close but no cigar. I had to buy a 25/32" drill and drill out the center then use a step drill to bell the end. It finally worked out after a lot of work. I wanted to post this in case someone else goes this route. Here are some photos. Good luck to all. I am back to my 33 donor parts to work on.
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as I always say Tom; "looking good!"