I might be getting another rack done at some point in the next few months, cost will be around £550 all in. If anyone is interested in one let me know.
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Panthero Coupé quattro 20vt
Indigo ABY coupé
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Do-able - have something / someone around to kick when you get the rage on, oh and get a big box of plasters.Panthero Coupé quattro 20vt
Indigo ABY coupé
Imola B6 S4 AvantComment
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I'll be able to tell you in a week or so how I get on with changing the one on my 3B with the engine in place, my engine bay is somewhat simplified so has more in common with an ABY, no battery/procon ten etc.
I've stood considering starting the job a couple of time's but haven't felt brave or clam enough, maybe I should acquire some Valium or Xanax (perhaps both) before hand as well as a punch bag.1990 B3 2.0 80 quattro.
1992 C4 2.8 Avant quattro
1994 MTM RS2.
1998 B5 TDI quattro Sport.
2000 B5 TQS.Comment
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Too pull a rack again, I'd either be crazy or desperate. However, if it happens again, I'd pull off the head for access. Last time I pulled the motor, but with the head out and maybe the subframe dropped down an inch there should be plenty of room.
Would not ever even consider doing it without at least pulling the head, the way the tie rod bracket and hydraulic hoses are stuffed back in there is as tight of a fit as I could imagine. Even just getting the rack in place is a gargantuan task.
My build thread on my Cq has loads of pics of that nasty job, if anyone's stuck/interested.2013 Touareg TDI /// #farmenwagen
1992 80q 20v /// Eventual AAN'd Winter Sled
1990 Cq /// Project: Because RacecarComment
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I'll check your thread out, if it come's to it I reckon it can be done by removing the inlet manifold/dissy and completely removing the sub-frame. I do have the luxury of a pit and very nice tools so will try and do it removing as little stuff as possible for a challenge, perhaps aided by Benzodiazepine's
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1990 B3 2.0 80 quattro.
1992 C4 2.8 Avant quattro
1994 MTM RS2.
1998 B5 TDI quattro Sport.
2000 B5 TQS.Comment
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How much easier would the steering rack removal be with the transmission removed. I'm about to drop my transmission to replace the front seal and the clutch and from the looks of it I can get easier access to the rack. My rack is leaking bad and needs to be rebuilt.
Would I need to send my rack away to get in on this buy?
DaveComment
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That's the best time, motor and trans out leaves all sorts of room.2013 Touareg TDI /// #farmenwagen
1992 80q 20v /// Eventual AAN'd Winter Sled
1990 Cq /// Project: Because RacecarComment
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Tempting. .. though it depends when you're going to do the work.2013 Touareg TDI /// #farmenwagen
1992 80q 20v /// Eventual AAN'd Winter Sled
1990 Cq /// Project: Because RacecarComment
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Also, Dave... I have a spare rack that needs rebuilt if you want to send it out as a core. Nice to have one on hand before you begin the job
The RS2 rack has a tighter ratio, not sure if that would affect the exchange.2013 Touareg TDI /// #farmenwagen
1992 80q 20v /// Eventual AAN'd Winter Sled
1990 Cq /// Project: Because RacecarComment
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If they say it's doable on my URS4 rack I'm in..
I have a spare rack I could send away and no rush to get it back...
I will be replacing shocks, subframe and all the joints around christmas.. it would be easier to fit it in that occasion (if you think it could be done by that time)
keep us informed!
P.Comment
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This...
If they say it's doable on my URS4 rack I'm in..
I have a spare rack I could send away and no rush to get it back...
I will be replacing shocks, subframe and all the joints around christmas.. it would be easier to fit it in that occasion (if you think it could be done by that time)
keep us informed!
P._Rubí_
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Got the transmission out right now and there's quite a lot of room, would make things a lot easier that is for sure
1996 S2 ABY SilverComment
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