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Topic subjectSide-effects of removing power steering?
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38525, Side-effects of removing power steering?
Posted by dougie2, Dec-01-02 12:39 PM
I know some of you removed your PS belt... well, how does your car handle now? I'm sure interstate driving wouldn't be too bad, but how about when you're trying to park? Do you recommend this mod?
38526, RE: Side-effects of removing power steering?
Posted by DarkOne, Dec-01-02 01:04 PM
It's a PITA for the first two weeks, but after you displace most of the fluid in the rack and beef your arms back up, you almost don't notice.
38527, RE: Side-effects of removing power steering?
Posted by slacker911, Dec-01-02 02:00 PM
the only time I noticed was when I was either trying to get into or out of my drive way because I had to turn the car around in a space about 3-4 feet longer then the car. I was kinda scared to realy go all out around sharpe turns but my alignment was messed up to so that kinda factored in. I am also a skinny ass guy so I have no strength and other then the driveway thing it did not bother me at all, I am even thinking of removing it after this summer.
38528, RE: Side-effects of removing power steering?
Posted by mrlocalpimp, Dec-01-02 02:33 PM
It REALLY beefs your arms up in a few weeks, at least if youre outta shape like me. Its not really too bad, and adds HP, assuming youre talking about taking that whole belt off. The only real hard times is when you have to turn the wheel at a dead stand or a near dead stand, but it does help your arms if you know whatI mean....
38529, RE: Side-effects of removing power steering?
Posted by Dinkjs, Dec-01-02 02:50 PM
1997 GS
Normally-aspirated and staying that way
OBX-R Type H Exshaust
OBX-R Test Pipe
AEM Long Ram CAI
Denso Spark Plugs
MSD 8.5mm Spark Plug Wires
K@N Valve Cover Breather
OBX Front Strut Tower Brace
Stillen Rear Strut Tower Brace
VIS Vented Carbon Fiber Vented Hood
Arospeed Bumper Brake Wing
Sparco Shift Knob
Koni Adjustables
Eibach Racing Pro Springs
Buschur Racing Fuel Pump Upgrade
Crower Stage 3 Racing Cams
AEM Timing Gears
Upgraded Valve Springs
Titanium Retainers
Greddy Header
Thermal Header Wrap
---Minus the back seat-----
---Minus all A/C Accessories---
---Minus all Powersteering Accessories---
No Stupid Neons
No stupid indiglo gauges
No Stupid bass system radio
No Stupid Window Pisser Lights
---If it doesn't make my car go faster or run better, it won't be on my car-----


Screw the belt I took EVERYTHING OFF....gets rid of weight and it does give you exserice