socorob Posted August 17, 2017 Share Posted August 17, 2017 Yes, you can install a 240Z rack in a 280Z. You just have to use the 240Z bushings. I have the standard length steering arms, but have looked into using the quick steering arms. With the 280Z rack, I felt the steering was too slow for autocross. So, I installed the 240Z rack and I am happy with the responsiveness of the steering. The steering effort did increase, but I do not find it difficult even with 10 inch slicks (at least while the car is moving). I do not try and turn the wheel with the car sitting still. It is my opinion that if you want to have faster steering than the 240Z rack with the standard arms and also have big sticky tires, then you will need power steering. Do you know what year 240s have the quick rack? 260s? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
74_5.0L_Z Posted August 17, 2017 Share Posted August 17, 2017 The stock rack that I pulled out of my early 260Z was the slow (1.59 inches per turn). I have measured three 71-73 240Z racks, and they were all the faster (1.81 inches per turn). I cannot swear that all 240Z racks are of the fast variety, but that appears to be the case. The stock 240Z rack has the aluminum pinion housing. Some 240Z cars that I have seen have had their racks replaced with newer units that came from a 260Z or 280Z. So, verify that the rack you buy is 240Z original equipment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
socorob Posted August 17, 2017 Share Posted August 17, 2017 I emailed that guy to see if he has any plans on reproducing the 240 rack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harlest Posted August 17, 2017 Share Posted August 17, 2017 I emailed that guy to see if he has any plans on reproducing the 240 rack. Did you tell him the reason you want the 240 rack? ( 1.59 inches per turn Vs 1.81 inches per turn) They may not realize the difference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
socorob Posted August 17, 2017 Share Posted August 17, 2017 I said do you have the faster ratio 240 rack? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
socorob Posted August 18, 2017 Share Posted August 18, 2017 This was his answer, which I don't know how to respond to: Thank you for contacting us, may i please have your VIN number, and your OEM part number to see what we have in stock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rturbo 930 Posted August 18, 2017 Share Posted August 18, 2017 I think what he's saying is no, he doesn't have it. Likely has no clue there's a difference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trevor Posted August 22, 2017 Share Posted August 22, 2017 Must be that He is just a re-seller, not the manufacturer? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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