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Discussing Decreasing power steering pump pressure for tighter steering in the 5.0 Mustangs Forum. Okay my 83 convertible is a bit of a Frankenstein with all the different parts ... Modded Mustangs is the premier Ford Mustang Forum on the internet. We discuss all aspects of the Ford Mustang on the forum. Registered Users do not see the above ads. Please Register - It's Free! |
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November 29th, 2006, 05:47 AM
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Decreasing power steering pump pressure for tighter steering
Okay my 83 convertible is a bit of a Frankenstein with all the different parts I have but I want to some how reduce the power steering assist on the rack if possible. It is too easy to turn, very little feed back, feelslike the original GLX steering too smooth. I have an 93 GT power steering pump and a rebuilt 1986 GT steering rack (2.5 turns ratio). Original rack was a 3.0 turns ratio, V6 GLX (which I don't think makes a difference as none of it's hardware was carried over).
Is there any way to adjust this to make it stiffer when turning? Thanks |
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January 5th, 2007, 10:56 PM
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Thought I would repost just incase anyone had some fresh ideas
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January 6th, 2007, 01:02 AM
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get a manual rack
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January 6th, 2007, 07:01 AM
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I had looked at some originally but I wanted to stay with the power unit, I had an 86 GT which the steering felt firm, this one seems to be over assisted. Feels like my mini van!
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January 6th, 2007, 10:54 AM
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mabe you can change the pulley
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January 7th, 2007, 02:10 PM
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you can change the large fitting in the pump where the line goes in. It would be trial and error as to how it would help though and what vehicle to get it off of. maybe an Escort or Tempo?
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January 7th, 2007, 08:24 PM
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I figured there would be a way, just didn't want to blow a pump or rack in the process.
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