This is a buyer's guide for how to buy a steering rack on BuyAutoParts.com. This buyers guide contains information about steering racks, what kind of steering rack might be in your vehicle, why a steering would need to be replaced and where to find your rack's OEM numbers. The guide also contains buying information such as free shipping details, part code descriptions and differentiation, what kits we carry and installation information.

1. How To Buy a Steering Rack?
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This presentation will go over all the
steps you need to take when buying
a steering rack for your vehicle.

2. How To Buy a Steering Rack
Due to the many options available, buying a
steering rack can sometimes be a laborious task.
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3. This Buyer's Guide will
answer whatever questions
you may have on how to buy
a steering rack, how steering
racks function, and how to
differentiate between the
options in order to decide
which steering rack is right for
your vehicle.
How To Buy a Steering Rack
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4. What is a steering rack?
• Also known as the rack and pinion, the steering rack is the assembly in a
vehicle which turns the vehicle's wheels from side to side in response to
when the driver turns the steering wheel. In so many words, the steering
rack is what helps you steer when you drive. In heavier vehicle
applications, this rack and pinion is often replaced by a steering gearbox.
• There are several different types of steering rack options available, power
steering, manual steering, and now electric steering. You can find more
information here: What Is A Rack and Pinion?
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5. What kind of rack did your vehicle come
with from the factory?
Manual Steering Rack
Manual steering racks do not have power-assist, so steering is
more laborious for the driver when making tight turns.
Oftentimes, car enthusiasts will opt for manual steering for track
cars, as the application is lightweight and the response is ideal for
racing. From the factory, stock manual steering racks are more
common in older vehicles. Since most of the manual steering racks
on the market are for older applications, we will most likely carry
only rebuilt options. We also sometimes carry power-to-manual
conversion kits (more information can be found about our kits
below).
Power Steering Rack
For a regular commuter car, the optimal form
of steering is power steering. Power steering
racks will have an extra component, the power
steering pump, that will supply high-pressure
fluid to rack, providing hydraulic power assist.
This makes steering significantly easier for the
driver.
Electric Steering Rack
Electric power steering (EPS) racks are like power steering racks,
except it is powered electronically. The hydraulic assist that you
would normally get from the steering pump is now replaced
with a computer-controlled electric motor. This is the newest
system that automakers are incorporating in their models, since
eliminating the pump will increase gas mileage by about 1 mpg.
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6. Finding Your Steering Rack’s OEM Part #
• If you cannot find your steering rack by searching your vehicle's year, make and model, the best way
to find the right steering rack for your car is by searching by the Original Equipment Manufacturer
(OEM) part number off your stock steering rack. The OEM part number can be found directly on the
part itself, usually stamped on a metal tag.
• You can also call a dealership with your
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), and
they have the ability to look up and
provide you with the OEM part number. If
you need any further assistance with how
to buy a steering rack, please give one of
our steering specialists a call at 1-888-
875-0023.
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7. Differentiating Steering Rack Part Codes
"AN" - BuyAutoParts.com Brand New
Yes! We manufacture our own brand of steering racks. When we
first started the company, we specialized in steering components,
so we understand exactly what is needed for a good steering rack.
All of the parts we manufacture go through extensive quality
control tests before we give them the green light for production
and distribution. We are constantly monitoring our product for
quality and longevity. Our steering racks are manufactured for an
exact fit inside of your vehicle, just like OEM.
"N" - Aftermarket New
This option is a new, aftermarket brand
steering rack that is not our
BuyAutoParts.com brand.
"ON" - Original Equipment (OEM)
Brand New
If you prefer to have all factory parts in your
car, we have the new OEM steering racks
that you know and trust as well.
"R" - Remanufactured
We often only carry remanufactured steering racks for old or
obscure vehicles, since in most cases the part is no longer in
production. All cores we receive are rebuilt and tested by us. If
you decide to purchase a remanufactured steering rack, there is
often a core deposit that must be paid at the time of purchase.
Core deposits vary depending on the rack and availability of
cores. As soon as we receive your old steering rack back at our
facility and determine that the unit is rebuildable, your core
deposit will be refunded to you through the original form of
payment.
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8. Differentiating Steering Rack Part Codes
"QR" - Quick Ratio
A quick ratio steering rack simply means that it
has been redesigned to have less turns on the
steering wheel lock-to-lock than the stock
setting. Drivers sometimes prefer to have this
option for more responsive
maneuvering. Please refer to the technical
notes section of the QR steering rack for
specifications.
"RR" - Return and Rebuild
For extremely old or rare vehicles, sometimes cores are
difficult to find. In the case that we do not have any cores
available, you do have the option to send us your old core
for us to rebuild. As long as the housing of the rack is not
damaged or cracked, we can rebuild the rack for you.
Typically the turnaround time for rebuilding steering racks
is 2 weeks.
Please give us a call at 1-888-875-0023 if you have any
additional questions about rebuilding your old steering
rack.
The diagram to the left is what we check
every time we rebuild a rack. Click here for
more information: How a Steering Rack is
Rebuilt
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9. Steering rack Conversion Installation Kits
We carry some conversion kits where you can convert your manual steering rack to
power steering and vice versa. Click on the installation kit option and all parts
included will be pictured and listed in the product description section.
Please give one of our steering sales specialists a call at 1-888-875-0023 and we will
be happy to assist you with finding the right conversion kit for your car.
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10. Choosing Your Warranty
We carry a FREE 3 year unlimited mileage parts warranty on all of our power and
manual steering racks, unless otherwise noted. All electric steering racks come with a 1
year unlimited mileage parts warranty.
All steering rack warranties are eligible for an optional 10 year extended warranty.
Please give us a call at 1-888-875-0023 for extended warranty options.
Here is more information on our Easy Warranty.
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11. Shipping Cost and Times
We offer FREE Ground Shipping for all orders within the continental U.S. over
$50. Ground shipping using UPS can takes between 1-5 business days. Weekends
and holidays do not count as business days. Additional shipping fees will apply to
customers in Hawaii, Alaska, and other international countries. International
orders can take 1-2 weeks depending on location. All in-stock orders will be
shipped out the same day if they are placed before 7:30 PM EST.
If you need your steering rack to be shipped faster, we do offer expedited options
for customers within the continental U.S. You can select Next Day Air or Two-Day
Air as your shipment option during checkout. Please be aware that additional fees
will apply.
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12. Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a steering rack cost?
The cost of the steering rack depends on the type of rack, condition, and
uniqueness. If your car has a very common rack, it's possible to find a
remanufactured or even new steering rack for only a few hundred dollars. If you
have a rare or old vehicle, prices can jump significantly higher. Electric steering
racks typically tend to cost the most. If you're on a budget, we recommend
purchasing a remanufactured steering rack. We've been steering specialists for
years and have an excellent track record for all of our steering racks. Here is a
related article for more information: How Much Does A Steering Rack Cost?
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13. Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to install a steering rack?
Depending on the mechanic's experience, the installation should take about 3
hours. If you're planning on doing the work yourself, we suggest to put aside
about 6 hours and take your time. Labor costs will vary depending on the
mechanic.
Are steering racks easy to install?
It all comes down to how comfortable you are with working on your car. If you
have little or no automotive knowledge or experience, we strongly recommend
you take this to a certified mechanic to have the part properly installed and avoid
possible failure or further damage to your vehicle. A bad installation can lead to
much more costly repairs, so you should not risk it.
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14. Frequently Asked Questions
Do you include tie rod ends with the steering racks?
Some steering racks will come with the inner tie rod ends and/or outer tie rod
ends. Some steering racks will not, but we will always specify in the product
description. Unless we state that we've used a generic image for the steering rack
you want, all of our products come exactly as pictured.
The steering rack I want to purchase has a core charge. How
do I send back my core?
You can use the same box we used to ship you your new steering rack. Cores must
be returned within 90 days from the invoice date to ensure full credit. All cores
must be shipped to 6740 Cobra Way, San Diego, CA 92121. Cores must be in
rebuildable condition to receive full credit. All good cores will be refunded within
two weeks of us receiving the core. Here is more information on Core Returns.
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15. How To Buy a Steering Rack?
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