Firestone say need to replace my rackandpinion

Had the same exact thing happen to me. "Can't align it because rack and pinion is bad." Holy crap expensive part. So... I replaced all ball joints, tie rod ends and took to another alignment shop. They aligned it and didn't say anything about the rack and pinion being bad. I might replace the bushings in it with the energy suspension ones but yes - watch out for that. Shops are natorious for doing that.

 

Yes guys this guy is a f ass . The problem is i paid for the alignment and it comes with a 12 warranty. I dont want to pay again . 143k on the truck . I do have a small oil leak dropping on rackandpinion so they try to f me over ..

 

Is it possible to take pictures of the leak?

 

i think is rear main seal . But not sure still trying to find out . I did loose 2 qt of oil so i know is moter oil not power steering. . Hope u guys can help me pin point this . The one with the starter is wet on top so aim confused now

 

I'll let the professionals give their opinion, but I think it could be valve cover gasket leak. Not sure

 

Yea i think it make sense cuz i did see a oil spot on the back of the valve cover passenger side . Maybe is both sides . Because is coming from on top ..

 

Mine leaks a little. I'll be changing gasket and half moons in a few weeks. Kind of easy

 

I would use some good engine cleaner and clean the crap out of your engine, then let it idle for 5-15 minutes and look for the leak.

 

Going to do it now pressure wash and degreser hope to find it .

 

Make sure to read the directions on the de-greaser. Some say have engine hot, some say have engine cold. Depends on the chemical. And be careful with the pressure washer tip. Don't let it get close to any seals or gaskets. A pressure washer can blow out a seal or gasket if you hit it right.

 

Will do thanks

 

Good luck with your suspicions!

I had the same issue(s) and kept trying to avoid being screwed. Turned out that the original shop was right - I did need the rack. Only after 5000 additional miles of trying to get the alignment and leaks corrected did I bite the bullet and get it done right.

I used to be in the repair (not cars) business and I called it the way I saw it. When someone thought I was ripping them off, I didn't argue - didn't need the hassle and frankly didn't care that the customer was too cheep or too cocky to do what needed to be done.

 

@Roadeater you call it sir it is valve cover on back by firewall . Sorry for the pink mirrow lol.. thanks for all the help guys . I got my project for the weekend now .

 

When u there check camplug and half moons.
You may already know where they're located. In case you don't... check the video.
Good luck


https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=N5fAXAuGozI

 

Somebody knows where can I find the kit to replace everything?
Gasket
Half moons cam plug
Etc

 

I was looking at rockauto good prices ..or ebay too aim still looking . Compering prices

 

I can't find the camshaft plugs anywhere

 

My 1st gen needed a rack and pinion, as the tie rods were seized and proper alignment could not be achieved. Several tires were damaged before I could figure that out. My mechanic and forum member Jace, recommended "The Rack Doctor"
http://rackdoctor.net/

Lifetime warranty, and great peeps to do business with.

 

What! Sized tie rod. I don't know what that means. Please explain why this required a new rack.

 

Rockaout as the cam shaft under engine