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bergerberger
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Post Sat Sep 16, 2017 10:09 am

Hey guys, quick question.

I have a 325i with no power steering, can the rack still be changed to a later model version even though the newer version will have power steering?
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Post Sat Sep 16, 2017 6:27 pm

Yes just fit the pump and bracket then pipe it up
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Post Sun Sep 17, 2017 2:49 am

do you mean I have to fit the power steering unit from whatever type of rack I use to replace the E30 one?
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Post Sun Sep 17, 2017 8:10 am

Do you want to use a newer rack that works with power steering in your car that came with no power steering and to keep it without power steering?
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Post Sun Sep 17, 2017 10:03 am

well I'm not fussed wither way, just wanting to know which one I have to do :-)
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Post Sun Sep 17, 2017 6:44 pm

Pump for an M20 engine
Rack from an E46
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Post Sun Sep 17, 2017 7:33 pm

ok thanks mate
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Post Tue Sep 19, 2017 2:11 pm

i was of the view that all B25's came with power steering.

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Post Sun Oct 01, 2017 4:02 am

Hi sorry didn't see the reply, I'm in NZ but the car is an english import