Steering Rack

[ElectricRob]

On a related topic, is it possible to remove the power steering unit and convert the steering mechanism to a manual only? Anyone with experience with this, or guidance?

[MileHighBoxster]

Why would you want to butcher your car? Get it fixed properly and drive safely.

[ElectricRob]

Originally Posted by MileHighBoxster

Why would you want to butcher your car? Get it fixed properly and drive safely.

I have a 99 Base with a bad engine. I'm planning on putting in an electric motor and need to conserve as much energy consumption as possible. Plus I won't have the engine to supply energy to the power steering unit, I would need to install an electrically driven PS unit. I'd prefer to convert to manual, IF it is feasible and IF it is safe. Any thoughts?

[MileHighBoxster]

Gotcha. You can do it but you will have (I believe) pretty heavy steering. You can go au-natural with any power or power-assisted steering if that is the choice.

[healthservices]

Are you sure you do not have bad inner tie rod sockets?

[Icanfixit]

Actually they were still very tight, but I replaced them this weekend.