I've read and tried to find as much info on this subject but couldn't get a clear overview of the necessary parts that I should or need to replace while replacing the steering rack and pinion.
I have listed parts needed:

Rack & Pinion
Inner & Outer Tie Rod ends
Steering Rack Bushing

Is there anything else that I might have missed or are all these necessary besides the Rack & Pinion? Anyother advice would be greatly appreciated to make this replacement smoothly. THANKS

 

get a new rack... dont rebuild it...

 

http://www.vqpower.com/v2/infusions/...article_id=111

 

www.rockauto.com

Reman's for $240

 

What did he mean by stiffer from using 97SE rack & pinion? Will the turning be harder or the suspension be stiffer? I have KYB AGX on Eibach springs. Just want to know what the difference will be. Remember guys, this is the wife's car and I haven't been paying attention to all the great potentials that can be done to this car. Please don't flame me for asking questions.

 

prob just had less mileage cant see how would make a diff any other way same part #