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Another update for today. I spend a few hours removing both wheel carrier / control arm / strut assemblies after separating the tie-rods from the wheel carriers Then I released the power steering lines and took the rack out. Finally the subframe was removed. Sooo much space now ;-). The brake line is still held by the final remaining tank strap. At the moment my transmission jack is used to hold a bucket for catching the power steering fluid. I'll let it drip for a night, then I can use the jack to support the tank while I take the brake line out.
I might hold off that job till I get my new line. Need to get that one ordered anytime soon.
With all the stuff out of the way it is also time to think about the position for the power steering pump. Basically there are two options, each with pros and cons. I would welcome some feedback and / or alternative ideas.
1. Mount it in the frunk:
+ easily accessible
+ close to wiring options
+ 3rd radiator option remains open
- takes space away from the frunk. Might not be the most visually appealing.
- might mean I can't mount the spare wheel anymore
2. Mount it at the front, behind the bumper cover
+ seems like plenty space there
+ easy hose routing to the rack
- longer electrical wiring, but still ok I guess
- not accessible to fill it up (although I can't recall the last time I had to top up power steering fluid..)
- no more option to add third radiator
On the aesthetics of option 1 I was thinking of getting myself a brake reservoir cover from a RHD vehicle. That might work out nicely.
Last edited by Marc_986; 11-04-2025 at 02:48 PM.
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