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Is it possible to identify the steering rack by its visual appearance?

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FLXC90
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Re: Is it possible to identify the steering rack by its visual appearance?

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SvenGWK wrote: 06 Apr 2018, 11:09 I got this picture from a video I just did (mobile phone on broomstick). Unfortunately, there's not much to be seen on it either.
However, the engine mount seems to have cracked.
Should this be replaced or is it still OK?steering.JPG
you can see the hexagonal cap mentioned, near the middle of the picture. SMI currently installed
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disregard.
Current Volvos:
1998 V70 T5, 112k sat 5 years, still in mechanical coma (finally at the top of the pile )
2004 XC90 T6 AWD: 186k, 60 on transaxle ( traded in )
1998 POS70 N/A: DD/training aid, 236k but really about 240k, I think...ABS module( passed on to son who sold it)

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Post by Kned1977 »

You’re right to be cautious. Often, the part number or brand is stamped on the rack body or tag, but it’s typically only visible from underneath. If you can, use a mirror and flashlight or a phone camera on a stick to check before renting a lift.

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Post by Kned1977 »

You’re right to be cautious. Often, the part number or brand is stamped on the rack body or tag, but it’s typically only visible from underneath. If you can, use a mirror and flashlight or a phone camera on a stick to check before renting a lift.

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