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Rack n pinon bushing need help

Started by lk1ng04 · Nov 8, 2017 · 13postsSMF 2010–26

lk1ng04Nov 8, 2017, 4:18 pm · #1

Ok after doing some full diagnosis on my SE(v6) i found out that it is in serious need of rack n pinion mount bushings..but the problem im currently having is finding them or an aftermarket replacement..ive called nissan, autozone, oriellys, napa..still nothing i was curious if anyone had any solution or equal parts that would fit...possibly frm a 240sx..plz help..

weitrhinoNov 8, 2017, 10:38 pm · #2

https://www.facebook.com/ExperimentalEngineering/?timeline_context_item_type=intro_card_work&timeline_context_item_source=1421605741&pnref=lhc

Hit up David Carroll. He makes solid Delrin rack bushings via Experimental Engineering. Worth every penny.

lk1ng04Nov 9, 2017, 2:12 am · #3

Sent him a reply on a few things n hanvt heard back...so besides him does anyone know if the early 240sx bushings will fit...or and matching sets

CzechSilviaNov 9, 2017, 5:59 am · #4

The s13 bushings don't fit. I know a guy who has them on his s12 and I remember him mentioning that the steering rack sometimes moves left and right during hard cornering, a scary experience apparently. Anyway, try reaching David Carroll, if he doesn't reply on the experimental engineering page, try his facebook profile. The stuff he produces is worth it

lk1ng04Nov 9, 2017, 9:12 pm · #5

Is there any othet option because i need something kinda like asap and i checked the fb page and doesnt look like he is active anymore.. n e other ideas

rednucleusNov 9, 2017, 10:43 pm · #6

found them on ebay but EXPENSIVE - sorry!

CzechSilviaNov 10, 2017, 5:15 am · #7

I bet he's active, not long ago I saw him replying to some comment

weitrhinoNov 10, 2017, 8:08 am · #8

He's very active in the Club-S12 Facebook page.

SkeeterNov 13, 2017, 5:23 pm · #9

I second David. He reached out to me with options for tension rod bushings and steering rack bushings. I just don't have the cash to replace mine, but it's on my growing to-do list.

BOSSMANNov 14, 2017, 3:07 pm · #10

https://www.nissanpartsdeal.com/parts-list/1988-nissan-200sx/manual-steering-gear.html?Diagram=480_B01

Don't know if this place have stock as many online place would just list parts but don't actually stock them. I would use the actual part numbers and see if you can find something online.

-54444-01p00 - housing side
-54445-01p00 - ps side

Good luck and keep us posted.

lk1ng04Nov 19, 2017, 12:40 am · #11

I actually found them on ebay via cross reference of oem part number with all models that it fits and bingo and also for about 35 bucks. If anyone needs em look for them for 1984-1989 300zx
Exact same part number just our 200sx wasnt as popular so searching via it makes it hard. But i got them... just need a day to install..and they are poly also :laugh:

S12_LiferNov 19, 2017, 7:54 am · #12

I think I'll order some for my next project. Thanks for the info lk1ng04!

lk1ng04Nov 20, 2017, 3:13 am · #13

if there is an option for 2 sizes or versions get version "A" i was told its the most common size for the early models including our s12. next is getting my wheels on with tires then she is one step closer to Dec meet