How to Lube a steering rack on a MGB?
How to Lube a steering rack on a MGB?
Take off the cap under which is the plunger opposite the pinion, then dribble oil down into the rack. It takes time …. Alternatively, put the EP_oil into an oil can, poke the spout of the can in through the small end of the rack boot and pump.
Where can I get a rack and pinion steering unit?
MG parts spares and accessories are available for MG T Series (TA, MG TB, MG TC, MG TD, MG TF), Magnette, MGA, Twin cam, MGB, MGBGT, MGC, MGC GT, MG Midget, Sprite and other MG models from British car spares company LBCarCo. Just about to fit a new Rack and Pinion unit which has been stored in the loft for 20 years or so.
What to do with a greased steering rack?
I guess that if you have a greased rack from a recent replacement rack then leave well alone. Or …. if you have a rack with oil lubrication then convert to grease as most replacement racks are supplied with grease rather than oil. Pull back the boots at each end and grease the rack.
How do you install a steering rack on a car?
Do so by offering up the rack assembly and inserting the splined end of the column into the flex joint according to your notes as you position the rack tube over its clamp beds. Install the rack clamps and bolts making sure that nothing is squished or binds. Re-install the column flex joint clamp bolt and secure the nut well.
Can a steering rack be replaced on a MGB V8?
You can c hoose to replace either the standard unit with a whole Quick Rack Assembly (with new rack bar and matched pinion inside a reconditioned assembly), or, you can just replace the rack bar and pinion in your own original assembly. Not suitable for MGB V8 See more
What are the wiring diagrams for MGB and MGC?
Wiring Diagrams for MGB, MGC – (33) large format in color Wiring Diagrams in color – The same 33 schematics combined in one 1.4-MB pdf file. (off site) Gulp Valve Cap (CC-AMGBA Jul.87) Air Pump Bearings (CMGBC Dec.92) Air Pump Rebuild (Driveline Sep.01) Belt Tension (“MGB” Dec.78)
MG parts spares and accessories are available for MG T Series (TA, MG TB, MG TC, MG TD, MG TF), Magnette, MGA, Twin cam, MGB, MGBGT, MGC, MGC GT, MG Midget, Sprite and other MG models from British car spares company LBCarCo. Just about to fit a new Rack and Pinion unit which has been stored in the loft for 20 years or so.
What do you need to know about MG club?
Fender and Sill Replacement (MGB! Feb.80) Loose Mirrors ’74 and later (MGB! Jan.80) Brake Booster Rebuild (Driveline Jul.12) E-Clip Installation Tool for rear wheel cylinders (Driveline Sep.03) Front Wheel Brakes (MGB! Jun.79) Hand Brake Adjustment (MGB! Apr.80) Seal Strip for Radiator Diaphragm, 68 and later (MGB! Mar.79)
