2000 v8 AWD steer rack replace

[bigcrunch]

Anyone have actual experience changing one? Please share any tips and other pain in the rear issues to deal with getting it out.

 

[410Fortune]

it is actually pretty easy to replace!

 

[410Fortune]

here is where I replaced the rack in my old 96 years ago, I did a step by step

410Fortune - 96 5.0L XLT refurbish (making 1 great Ex from 2)

Okay here we go 09/13/05 In march of 05 I rolled my new to me 96 5.0L AWD 86K miles, just after driving it back to CO from OR and putting $1000 into it. You see I bought this truck from my brother with 86K miles on the clock, it would not pass emissions for him and he drove it into the...

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[MuscleJunkie]

it is actually pretty easy to replace!

Are they upgrades that can be done or are available if one decided to do a replacement?

 

[410Fortune]

the factory 5.0 pump and rack and pinion are very good!
Your best bet is to use a Motorcraft replacement (reman) and use motorcraft inner and outer tie rods
Flush the lines and cooler while it is out

 

[fast_dave]

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[donalds]

I use that filter

 

[C420sailor]

With the 5.0 you’ll have to loosen the motor mounts so you can Jack the engine up an inch or so.
Some say this isn’t necessary. I ****ed with mine for three hours before relenting and jacking the motor. FSM calls for it as well.

Other than that, it’s straightforward.

 

[410Fortune]

Yes I lifted the engine slightly in the above posted step by step