Re greasing the steering rack

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martinformorris
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Re greasing the steering rack

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Hi I have been reading about greasing the steering rack but no where does it say how much grease to use on the rack.
can some one please give me an ides of how much to use.
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Re: Re greasing the steering rack

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2 or 3 strokes of EP90 oil.
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Re: Re greasing the steering rack

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Important to check the condition of the gaiters before proceeding, just in case there are any splits.

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Re: Re greasing the steering rack

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You were right first time - grease is MUCH better, especially Moly grease..... It doesn't run away into the boots - as does EP90.
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