Andy, You said: ".......... i would seriously give some thought to replacing the whole steering intermediate shaft while you are in there." The Intermediate Steering Column shaft part #100840 has an extremely low failure rate (less than 1% @ 100k miles). At a cost of $240 to $350.00 depending on which vendor you purchase this part from I believe a DeLorean owner would be better off putting that money elsewhere. The shaft rarely needs replacement unless damaged. On the other hand the steering rack wears out over time and has a replacement rate of 50% @ 100k miles. If an owner decides to spend that amount of money on the steering system the purchase of a steering rack would be a much more cost effective purchase. DMC Joe Tech Information, DMC Joe Help Club, & Store "Summer Parts Sale" http://shopping.oraclesmallbusiness.com/dsvstore DeLorean Website Directory www.dmc.tv