PS Removal
I recently removed my PS. The lines are looped as FM states but I plan to remove the seal in the rack next time I have it off. My question is what should I use to plug the threaded holes where the pump connected to the rack. I was thinking threaded plugs but on FM's site it looks like they used dust caps. And if they are dust caps where can I get some that small?
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I cut the lines short and smashed them closed with a BFH. Not pretty, but who's looking that closely? All you have to do is keep debris out and lubricant in.
BTW - Why is "DIY Turbo Discussion" regarded as a catch-all? We do have a suspension section and a "General Miata" section. |
They are some kind of threaded plug with a rounded end, not sure of the name, but I'm sure we make them (intern with a fastener company). I'm gonna cheap out and get a "five-finger discount" at work instead of the paying FM as soon as I finger out the sizes.
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Originally Posted by kotomile
(Post 386655)
I cut the lines short and smashed them closed with a BFH. Not pretty, but who's looking that closely? All you have to do is keep debris out and lubricant in.
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I recently had the pleasure of driving a car with a manual rack. One reaction was - omfg why would people do this.
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Originally Posted by Saml01
(Post 386697)
I recently had the pleasure of driving a car with a manual rack. One reaction was - omfg why would people do this.
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Would anyone mind taking some measurements on the threads for these? I actually sold all my PS equipment about 2 weeks ago and didn't think about doing so myself. :facepalm:
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Originally Posted by kotomile
(Post 386655)
I cut the lines short and smashed them closed with a BFH. Not pretty, but who's looking that closely? All you have to do is keep debris out and lubricant in.
http://lh4.ggpht.com/_jh2HiMm4nKQ/Sb...0/P3060286.JPG |
I did what ZX did, but then ran the TIG welder down the seam without filler rod. This was on my Locost 7 project, not my current car. I did the seal removal. Of course, it was no biggie as I cut 5 1/4" out of the center of the rack and the shaft while I was doing it. No way I'm giving up PS on my DD.
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Well I think I will go with the caps FM used if I can find any. I used one to cap off the oil return on the passenger side of my block and it works great. Does anyone know where I can get these, other than ordering them? They are called tapered plugs/caps. Here's a picture for those of you who don't know what I'm talking about.
http://www.ferret.com.au/odin/images...ded-171647.jpg |
one of the the biggest threaded bolt is the exact same size as the oil drain plug. you can get one at autozone for a couple bucks. everything else i either looped with rubber hose or pinched shit with pliers
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Originally Posted by kotomile
(Post 386704)
You didn't like it?
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Originally Posted by kotomile
(Post 386704)
You didn't like it?
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Originally Posted by Stein
(Post 386848)
I've only driven one manual steering Miata and for a DD I didn't like it. I know, I'm a puss. I understand that for the track the word is that it is great, but I personally wouldn't do it for my street car. I only did it on the 7 project because the car was going to be 1,300 lbs so no biggie.
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Originally Posted by DXO
(Post 386776)
Does anyone know where I can get these, other than ordering them?
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Originally Posted by Saml01
(Post 386830)
Not at all.
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Originally Posted by Stein
(Post 386848)
I've only driven one manual steering Miata and for a DD I didn't like it. I know, I'm a puss. I understand that for the track the word is that it is great, but I personally wouldn't do it for my street car. I only did it on the 7 project because the car was going to be 1,300 lbs so no biggie.
Maybe its just this particular miata that I drove, it was sitting on really wide nittos.
Originally Posted by gompers
(Post 386888)
pussy ;p
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I cant believe some of you guys still bitch about manual racks. :facepalm:
Maybe you should work on growing some muscles.....ladies. In all seriousness. Miatas don't need PS. |
Originally Posted by Vashthestampede
(Post 386920)
I cant believe some of you guys still bitch about manual racks. :facepalm:
Maybe you should work on growing some muscles.....ladies. In all seriousness. Miatas don't need PS. 2 of my Miatas had manual steering, and when I do the turbo install I am removing the P/S. Miatas don't need P/S. You want to bitch about hard to turn, try driving a 1967 Mustang GT with a 390 and NO power steering. My dads 1964 F350 with no P/S was easier to steer. Due to the 16" steering wheel vs the 14" wheel my Mustang had. :D |
Originally Posted by Vashthestampede
(Post 386920)
I cant believe some of you guys still bitch about manual racks. :facepalm:
Maybe you should work on growing some muscles.....ladies. In all seriousness. Miatas don't need PS. I'm sure that I would get used to it but I enjoy the ease of it. I also could see some detriment to my auto-xing where the faster transitions could be hampered. |
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