[DML] steering rack questions

[Soma576@xxxxxxx]

List,

In a couple weeks I will be replacing my steering rack (with Grady's), tie 
rod ends, and intermediate shaft with U-joints (Darryl Tinnerstet's). 

i have two questions, to those of you whom have already done this:

1.  Is it advisable to replace the two mounts for the rack as well?  Rob told 
me that one of them is unavailable, however DMC Houston's website says both 
are in stock (the picture of one of them looks like a remanufactured part).  
Are the mounts almost always reusable, or should they be replaced too?  I am the 
kind of guy who wants to take no chances.

2.  when replacing the intermediate shaft too, what is the best way to make 
sure that my steering wheel to rack alignment stays the same?  Anyone have any 
good ways to make sure that my wheel won't be crooked when everything is back 
together?

somewhat related to that one, I also want to know how far the column should 
be inserted into the upper U-joint, and how far the lower joint should be on 
the rack itself.  Seems to me that if it isn't perfect, binding could occur if 
the total system was too long, while turning the wheel 360 degrees.  can it be 
too long or too short?  any experienced advice here is welcome.

Thanks!
Andy


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