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| Author: | GuamMini [ Tue Jun 13, 2023 8:54 am ] |
| Post subject: | Steering Rack - 1973 Clubman GT |
Hi do I replace the rack or rebuild the rack? Comments. It rattles a lot. Can I remove and replace it without entirely dropping the subframe to the ground? |
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| Author: | 68+86auto [ Tue Jun 13, 2023 11:37 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Steering Rack - 1973 Clubman GT |
Best to rebuild, the new racks are apparently rubbish. It can be changed eithout dropping the subframe entirely. Is it definitely the rack at fault? |
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| Author: | GuamMini [ Tue Jun 13, 2023 1:14 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Steering Rack - 1973 Clubman GT |
68+86auto wrote: Is it definitely the rack at fault? Yes clunks when hitting a bump or releasing the clutch moving forward. If I were to get it out I will need to lower the subframe right? What are the parts I will need to rebuild are there any machining required? Thanks |
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| Author: | timmy201 [ Tue Jun 13, 2023 1:41 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Steering Rack - 1973 Clubman GT |
It depends on what rack you have. Australian minis had locally sourced racks, but yours could have been changed in the last 50 years Some can be rebuilt and some can’t I’d start by checking the u bolts are tight under the carpet and then try and diagnose the source of the noise before you take out the rack |
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| Author: | 68+86auto [ Tue Jun 13, 2023 8:22 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Steering Rack - 1973 Clubman GT |
I am not sure your problem is the rack. Since my one is a Rover I was able to just lower the rear of the subframe just enough to remove it but since yours is an earlier subframe it probably needs to be dropped straight down (not all the way). You will need to disconnect the exhaust, engine steadies and brake line. Everything else should be ok. There is no machining required. This gives you an idea of the process https://www.theminiforum.co.uk/forums/topic/322176-steering-rack-overhaul-uk-type-mkii/ |
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| Author: | IndigoBlueCooperS [ Tue Jun 13, 2023 10:28 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Steering Rack - 1973 Clubman GT |
If you a certain you want to do the rack, I would try and source a reconditioned Aussie one from one of the Australian Mini suppliers. |
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| Author: | drmini in aust [ Wed Jun 14, 2023 7:54 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Steering Rack - 1973 Clubman GT |
Matt Read in Brisbane has reconditioned Aussie AYA6001 racks. |
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| Author: | GuamMini [ Wed Jun 14, 2023 9:14 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Steering Rack - 1973 Clubman GT |
They are inexpensive new but probably made in China |
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| Author: | GuamMini [ Wed Jun 14, 2023 9:20 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Steering Rack - 1973 Clubman GT |
68+86auto wrote: There is no machining required. This gives you an idea of the process https://www.theminiforum.co.uk/forums/topic/322176-steering-rack-overhaul-uk-type-mkii/ It is better to buy a reconditioned one I hope they will ship to Guam |
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| Author: | GuamMini [ Wed Jun 14, 2023 9:21 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Steering Rack - 1973 Clubman GT |
drmini in aust wrote: Matt Read in Brisbane has reconditioned Aussie AYA6001 racks. How can I reach him? |
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| Author: | timmy201 [ Wed Jun 14, 2023 9:50 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Steering Rack - 1973 Clubman GT |
ReadSpeed Mini Mecca & The Mini Man Shed 5L, 167 East, Murarrie Road, MURARRIE, QLD, 4172 Tel: (07) 3399 9999 Mob: 0407 135 656 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id ... tid=LQQJ4d |
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| Author: | GuamMini [ Wed Jun 14, 2023 10:39 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Steering Rack - 1973 Clubman GT |
timmy201 wrote: ReadSpeed Mini Mecca & The Mini Man Shed 5L, 167 East, Murarrie Road, MURARRIE, QLD, 4172 Tel: (07) 3399 9999 Mob: 0407 135 656 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id ... tid=LQQJ4d Thank you I sent them a message on Facebook |
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| Author: | 68+86auto [ Wed Jun 14, 2023 4:28 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Steering Rack - 1973 Clubman GT |
GuamMini wrote: timmy201 wrote: ReadSpeed Mini Mecca & The Mini Man Shed 5L, 167 East, Murarrie Road, MURARRIE, QLD, 4172 Tel: (07) 3399 9999 Mob: 0407 135 656 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id ... tid=LQQJ4d Thank you I sent them a message on Facebook unfortunately he much prefers that people call him, he says he often misses messages on Facebook and text |
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| Author: | GuamMini [ Mon Jun 26, 2023 10:23 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Steering Rack - 1973 Clubman GT |
He messaged me on FB but after I said I would need the rack for Guam he never responded back. I guess that means a no |
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| Author: | 68+86auto [ Mon Jun 26, 2023 1:01 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Steering Rack - 1973 Clubman GT |
GuamMini wrote: He messaged me on FB but after I said I would need the rack for Guam he never responded back. I guess that means a no I am not sure about that. I would expect that Matt would send one anywhere in order to help someone. I have no idea if he usually sends internationally but he does try to help everyone. He often posts online looking for who he was supposed to send stuff to etc as he loses track of messages and details. If it comes to it I could get one and send it to you, I work nearby to him. |
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