Yes as Richard V6 said a rack preload check is a good idea from time to time as this also stops the rotation in the rack element within the outer tube which will accentuate the wear to the slot the spacers run in if allowed to rotate, these are behind the the inboard track rod end connections. Dependent on the age of your car it will have either the Jack Knight rack or the later version by Quaife fitted from about the inception of the 1986 Duratec cars I think!. I have posted quite an in-depth explanation some time ago on rack servicing here, search sewin posts. If its the later rack universal gaiters are available on the Bay, cut to size and are superior to Morgan supplied one's. The Jack knight version is not so easy to source or fit as its a one piece item. fragile and expensive too. I believe there are option which fit, Saab have one I think but hopefully someone will jump in here and supply a known option for you. You can fit a later Quaife rack to replace the J/K option and gaiter wise its a better bet. If its a J/K take coopermans advice and buy the one for sale, £70 is a bargain as opposed to a grand for a new one! First rule is centre the steering before removing anything an mark everything else as, well lets just say, refitting the rack is a variable thing!
For sliding pins and bushes if you don't have the correct tooling to fit them send them to Cain at Wolf performance. He has a quick turnaround fitting top quality hard chrome pins and grease keyed bushes. The job will be first class and clearance tolerances correct. He only needs the hub elements but make sure you state which pins you need. Flat top, older version or dome top for cars with camber adjustment, 2012 on I think.
You are welcome to PM me if you want to talk it through.
Last edited by sewin; 23/03/25 12:58 PM. Reason: needed to add information
