Steering Rack

Westfield uses a Ford Escort steering rack.

If fitting wide track suspension, the rack will need to be shortened by 10mm per side, in order to then fit track rod extenders. It is recommended to perform this step after initial assembly, once the vehicle geometry has been measured.

Required Parts

 * Steering rack (x1)
 * Steering rack brackets (pair)
 * Rubber rack bushes (pair)
 * M8x25mm bolts (x4)
 * M8 plain washers (x8)
 * M8 nyloc nuts (x4)

Assembly
Note: the battery negative terminal is connected to the vehicle chassis using one of the steering rack bolts. It is necessary to remove powdercoat and ensure that a connection is established between the bolt and the steel chassis. The connection can then be coated with grease.
 * 1) Slide the rubber bushes onto the rack. Note: the bushes and brackets are handed.
 * 2) Position the steering rack and fit with M8 bolts and washers.
 * 3) Secure with nyloc nuts.

Track Rod Ends
The track rod ends can now be fitted (and track rod extenders if fitting wide track suspension).