Aluminum Manual Steering Rack w/ quick ratio steering box

lt1_fd3s · 03-24-2009, 06:22 AM

to add to MotoTek, Jon asks for 50% deposit + VAT...

To_Slow · 03-24-2009, 07:24 AM

Last i heard it will be like 3 more weeks till its done and ready for shipping...

zonblitz · 03-24-2009, 08:56 AM

I'd like one but I don't have deposit money yet... In a few weeks I will though.

jgtcspec7 · 03-26-2009, 10:45 AM

I am interested in this rack. Especially the solid mount rack. What kind of steering angle does this rack have compared to stock? Is the thread pitch of this rack the same as the factory thread pitch? This would allow me to use my aftermarket tierods with extra angle built in. Or maybe we can choose custom steering angles before the racks are machined.

Where do I send my deposit?

boost · 03-27-2009, 10:33 PM

I just got a car (gene kan's) without powersteering and i'm in the process of locating parts to add it back (if anyone has their powersteering stuff they want to sell, pm me!). On my car it's REALLY hard to turn the wheel when backing out or u-turning and pretty hard to turn the wheel while moving. It's so hard at stop, that I worry about things bending (including my wrists). I'd say it's like 100+ ft lbs., lug nuts torqued to 90lbs are way easier to deal with. I think my wrists would have a tough time through lot's of esses or winding road. Thats with 255 tires in front. The car has been sitting for many years and I just thought about checking the tire pressure (so that might be contributing). So i'm wondering if this rack will make the car significantly easier to turn than a depowered stock rack? ie. close to what a stock non-power steering car would feel like.

MotoTek · 03-28-2009, 10:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jgtcspec7

I am interested in this rack. Especially the solid mount rack. What kind of steering angle does this rack have compared to stock? Is the thread pitch of this rack the same as the factory thread pitch? This would allow me to use my aftermarket tierods with extra angle built in. Or maybe we can choose custom steering angles before the racks are machined.

Where do I send my deposit?

Not sure if Jon is taking any more deposits for the group buy, but he can still certainly still make you a rack. I'll found out for you.

Quote:

Originally Posted by boost

I just got a car (gene kan's) without powersteering and i'm in the process of locating parts to add it back (if anyone has their powersteering stuff they want to sell, pm me!). On my car it's REALLY hard to turn the wheel when backing out or u-turning and pretty hard to turn the wheel while moving. It's so hard at stop, that I worry about things bending (including my wrists). I'd say it's like 100+ ft lbs., lug nuts torqued to 90lbs are way easier to deal with. I think my wrists would have a tough time through lot's of esses or winding road. Thats with 255 tires in front. The car has been sitting for many years and I just thought about checking the tire pressure (so that might be contributing). So i'm wondering if this rack will make the car significantly easier to turn than a depowered stock rack? ie. close to what a stock non-power steering car would feel like.

I'll have my power steering rack for sale here shortly + pump and all the lines. I'm going to be running 285's in the front & 315's in the rear, just go to the gym.

lt1_fd3s · 03-28-2009, 06:54 PM

has it been decided that there will be only one version? with the mounts? or are there going to be two versions? one with and one without mounts?

MotoTek · 03-28-2009, 07:57 PM

I don't see why he'd make two. Solid mounts will create better clearance for everyone.

MotoTek · 03-31-2009, 11:34 AM

Guys, I still haven't spoken with Jon. It seems he's given Gordon a delivery date of with-in the next 2-3 weeks.

There seems to be 3 more interested people, so if all fails to get in on this GB, you should have a little under what you'd need to start a new one.

lt1_fd3s · 03-31-2009, 06:23 PM

I emailed Jon earlier today and I just got this reply:

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jon

On Tue, Mar 31, 2009 at 19:33, AtomicRex Ltd <Racing@atomicrex.co.uk> wrote:

Hiya

I will email Gordon about this separately....but they are finished and will be with me on Friday. So I hope to get them out of the door on Monday to everyone...should only be a couple of days then!

Yes if you want to let the others know that they will qualify for the discount, providing they get in touch and order prior to me sending out the current batch J

Regards
Jon Reeves

Director

AtomicRex Ltd

0870 903 6666

here is his email again for anyone interested in getting in on this quickly:

Racing@atomicrex.co.uk

To_Slow · 04-07-2009, 05:54 PM

Any news from Jon?

gmonsen · 04-08-2009, 08:49 AM

My rack was supposed to have been shipped Monday, but I have not been able to confirm that with Jon. He's not answering his phone and not returning my emails. Usually, this kind of thing means that there has been another delay, but I hope not, as I am hoping to get to the Deals Gap and Jon has my stock rack, which he used to make sure the LHD version was correctly designed.

Gordon

lt1_fd3s · 04-08-2009, 09:16 AM

quick, someone loan gordon a rack for DGRR in case the new one doesn't show up! I would offer mine, but I have a feeling it leaks and would get his car messy =[

gmonsen · 04-08-2009, 04:37 PM

I have had it.

Gordon

MotoTek · 04-10-2009, 09:11 AM

patiently waiting.

damn A.D.D.

Gordon, do you mean you have the billet rack? Or just a stock rack you can use?

03-24-2009, 06:22 AM	#46
lt1_fd3s WNC Tour Guide Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: WNC iTrader: (3) Posts: 780 Rep Power: 17	to add to MotoTek, Jon asks for 50% deposit + VAT... __________________ WNC Tour Guide - Including the Tail of the Dragon - PM for details

03-24-2009, 07:24 AM	#47
To_Slow Rotary Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Shelby Twp MI. iTrader: (1) Posts: 315 Rep Power: 17	Last i heard it will be like 3 more weeks till its done and ready for shipping... __________________ My link

03-24-2009, 08:56 AM	#48
zonblitz Rotary Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Pearl River, LA iTrader: (0) Posts: 166 Rep Power: 17	I'd like one but I don't have deposit money yet... In a few weeks I will though. __________________ Kenny If you need a website, or know anyone who does, look me up: www.efiniconsulting.com

03-28-2009, 06:54 PM	#52
lt1_fd3s WNC Tour Guide Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: WNC iTrader: (3) Posts: 780 Rep Power: 17	has it been decided that there will be only one version? with the mounts? or are there going to be two versions? one with and one without mounts? __________________ WNC Tour Guide - Including the Tail of the Dragon - PM for details

03-28-2009, 07:57 PM	#53
MotoTek Always Under Construction Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: La Playa, CA iTrader: (1) Posts: 302 Rep Power: 17	I don't see why he'd make two. Solid mounts will create better clearance for everyone. __________________ BLACKADDE™ \| ADGT RX7 \| Last edited by MotoTek; 03-31-2009 at 11:35 AM..

03-26-2009, 10:45 AM	#49
jgtcspec7 The Newbie Join Date: Mar 2009 iTrader: (0) Posts: 1 Rep Power: 0	I am interested in this rack. Especially the solid mount rack. What kind of steering angle does this rack have compared to stock? Is the thread pitch of this rack the same as the factory thread pitch? This would allow me to use my aftermarket tierods with extra angle built in. Or maybe we can choose custom steering angles before the racks are machined. Where do I send my deposit?

03-27-2009, 10:33 PM	#50
boost The Newbie Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: sunnyvale, ca iTrader: (0) Posts: 3 Rep Power: 0	I just got a car (gene kan's) without powersteering and i'm in the process of locating parts to add it back (if anyone has their powersteering stuff they want to sell, pm me!). On my car it's REALLY hard to turn the wheel when backing out or u-turning and pretty hard to turn the wheel while moving. It's so hard at stop, that I worry about things bending (including my wrists). I'd say it's like 100+ ft lbs., lug nuts torqued to 90lbs are way easier to deal with. I think my wrists would have a tough time through lot's of esses or winding road. Thats with 255 tires in front. The car has been sitting for many years and I just thought about checking the tire pressure (so that might be contributing). So i'm wondering if this rack will make the car significantly easier to turn than a depowered stock rack? ie. close to what a stock non-power steering car would feel like.

03-31-2009, 11:34 AM	#54
MotoTek Always Under Construction Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: La Playa, CA iTrader: (1) Posts: 302 Rep Power: 17	Guys, I still haven't spoken with Jon. It seems he's given Gordon a delivery date of with-in the next 2-3 weeks. There seems to be 3 more interested people, so if all fails to get in on this GB, you should have a little under what you'd need to start a new one. __________________ BLACKADDE™ \| ADGT RX7 \|

04-07-2009, 05:54 PM	#56
To_Slow Rotary Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Shelby Twp MI. iTrader: (1) Posts: 315 Rep Power: 17	Any news from Jon? __________________ My link

04-08-2009, 08:49 AM	#57
gmonsen The Ancient One Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Eastern Pennsylvania iTrader: (0) Posts: 144 Rep Power: 17	My rack was supposed to have been shipped Monday, but I have not been able to confirm that with Jon. He's not answering his phone and not returning my emails. Usually, this kind of thing means that there has been another delay, but I hope not, as I am hoping to get to the Deals Gap and Jon has my stock rack, which he used to make sure the LHD version was correctly designed. Gordon __________________ 1993 Rx7 R1 20b NA 1994 Rx7 20b supercharged project 1991 BMW 850 6 speed 1991 BMW E30 M3 Evo II

04-08-2009, 09:16 AM	#58
lt1_fd3s WNC Tour Guide Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: WNC iTrader: (3) Posts: 780 Rep Power: 17	quick, someone loan gordon a rack for DGRR in case the new one doesn't show up! I would offer mine, but I have a feeling it leaks and would get his car messy =[ __________________ WNC Tour Guide - Including the Tail of the Dragon - PM for details

04-08-2009, 04:37 PM	#59
gmonsen The Ancient One Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Eastern Pennsylvania iTrader: (0) Posts: 144 Rep Power: 17	I have had it. Gordon __________________ 1993 Rx7 R1 20b NA 1994 Rx7 20b supercharged project 1991 BMW 850 6 speed 1991 BMW E30 M3 Evo II

04-10-2009, 09:11 AM	#60
MotoTek Always Under Construction Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: La Playa, CA iTrader: (1) Posts: 302 Rep Power: 17	patiently waiting. damn A.D.D. Gordon, do you mean you have the billet rack? Or just a stock rack you can use? __________________ BLACKADDE™ \| ADGT RX7 \|