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Steering rack gaiter split
Posted: Fri Aug 27, 2010 10:28 am
by super_golfer
The 912 has failed the MOT with a split gaiter. Can anyone advise if this is an easy job to replace, or is a garage job. Also where can I source a replacement (new or in very good condition).
Cheers
Posted: Fri Aug 27, 2010 3:03 pm
by barryb
Hi
You can buy them here in France so I assume you can get them in the usual places in UK, try Design 911, they are not expensive E12,00 each. I think its the same part for 911 & 912 '65-'89 901.347.191.02. Replacement need removal of tie rod end, mark its position before removal so tracking stays OK
Barry
split gaiter
Posted: Fri Aug 27, 2010 5:43 pm
by super_golfer
Barry
Thanks for that. Did you need to use a ball joint splitter on the track rod end??
Cheers
Gil
Posted: Fri Aug 27, 2010 7:10 pm
by barryb
Hi Gil
Yes you have to use a tie rod removal tool. If I remember I bought mine from Halfords many years ago as I was tired of using a crow bar and hitting the steering arm. The tool is a fork and flat hinged together with a bolt to apply pressure, a small tap then breaks the seal. I guess the whole job should not be more than half an hour assuming no sticky nuts etc. ( worth a WD40 spray the day before ). Best of luck.
Barry