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Old 03-05-2007, 02:40 PM
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Electric Power Steering Pump Conversion

Anyone tried it? My alternator would be the only thing left running off the crank as I have deleted the AC and added an electric water pump. They can be found in MR2s, some Subarus, and I think I saw in the RX8s.
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Old 03-05-2007, 02:47 PM
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I wouldn't waste the time.....
whatever power you need to turn it is going to maake the alt. harder to turn
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I want to relocate the alternator and keep the PS without any problems is the thing though. I think this would especially be a good idea for a turbo setup where you would need as much room in the bay as possible.
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I didn't know they offered an electric power steering pump for the LT1, do you have any more details or a link?
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C-O-N-V-E-R-S-I-O-N

It wasn't offered as standard equipment. I'm trying to see if anyone is familiar with the idea and if they think the costs outweigh the benefits.
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i think a honda s2000 uses an electric one..
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Old 03-05-2007, 03:17 PM
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From what I remember reading about the systems last night, the S2000 uses an all electric rack that was first found on the NSX's. I think its similar to the electric steering thats showing up in more late model stuff, including impala's and cobalt's.

http://www.nsxprime.com/FAQ/Technical/eps.htm

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if it doesen't have to be electric...you just want to move it. the late model circle track cars use that same type pump and its a mid mount drivers side system. Moroso may even make the brakets, and you need to make up some lines and a new res.
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