Mk1 cab, want power steering

As per the subject line, I want to convert our mk1 cab 1.8 to power steering.

I have been told that the only thing that will 'go straight on' (I use this term loosely) is the power steering from a mk2 scirocco.

Is this correct, have you done it, and how long did it take ?

Carl.

Carl,

Not sure if there is any rack that'll go straight on.

Someone on here is developing a PAS system - do a search for more info.

Cheers

Rich

These chaps do a kit

TSR-Performance Ltd


Trouble is its expensive .

Also Buy this book it contains loads of info on conversions and more . Money well spent .

VW Golf and Jetta Restoration Manual (Haynes Restoration Manuals): Amazon.co.uk: Porter, Lindsay: 9781859604489: Books

Cheers.

I'm pretty sure no RHD mk1 chassis had power steering from the factory
and no-one really seems to know what bits are used in conversions, there was talk of a nissan bluebird rack being used ….?

I also read discussions about using electric power steering from the likes of a corsa…

there are a few possibilitys around so good luck and do keep us informed if you find anything

I think the UK importers commissioned a firm to fit PAS to a few of the later Cabriolets, but again the details have been lost in the mists of time...

As we found out……

top mounts not worn - the Clipper was knackered and replacing these made one heck of a difference…….
correct tyre pressures……
correctly set camber and tracking….cannot be done correctly if top mounts are worn…..

…did not need power steering - nice and light even when parking……..

Are roller bearing top mounts still being made?