1985-1992 Alfa Romeo Milano 2.5 and 3.0
Leaking power steering lines ruin the paint on the driver's side of the engine bay allowing the body to rust. I strongly suggest replacing these lines. This kit replaces the hoses to and from the cooler and from the rack to the reservoir. The hose is very high quality (rated to carry almost any automotive fluid at 300 psi !) and is almost identical in appearance to the OEM hose. We include "Protector" stainless steel clamps. These clamps don't have the hose-damaging serrated edges that cheaper clamps have. Precut kit with step by step installation instructions. Note: This kit does not include the hose from the pump to the rack as that one is still available from the normal Alfa parts suppliers.
-Pre-cut kit with instructions.
-Replaces: Power steering hoses
-Difficulty: Easy
-Instructions Included
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If your power steering system needs a lot of work, and you would rather "delete" it from the car, then you may convert the power steering rack into a manual rack. After a discussion with the manufacturer (ZF) to verify the modification and how it's done, we have implemented it ourselves. By the way ZF says this is one of the best steering racks they ever made, even superior to the ones used in BMWs.
To convert the rack to manual it must be removed, thoroughly cleaned and packed with grease. Use bolts and thread sealant to plug the holes and install two balance lines as shown in the picture. When you bolt it back in use liquid thread lock on the bolts securing it to the chassis.