Need new Ford Ka Steering Rack - help!

nicksta27

Hi

I have had a power steering fluid leak on my ford ka for a while now, which has recently got worse. I have been told that I need a new steering rack and know this is a common problem on Ka's.

My local dealer will charge £800 for it - I simply cannot afford this - does anyone have any advice on how to get it done cheaper? I live in Leicester, so a local garage recommendation would be great!

Thanks

Constant_Change

How about getting the steering rack from an eBay supplier - see http://shop.ebay.co.uk/?_from=R40&_trksid=m38.l1313&_nkw=ka+steering+rack

A local independent should be able to fit for you - mine charge around £40 per hour.

nicksta27

Thanks for that - will have a ring around to see if any local garages will do this for me - £800 is just ridiculous!

Has anyone else had this problem?

flang

if you can do it yourself your best option is to go to a local breakers, its not that hard job.
Otherwise try Parts gateway.

anewman

If after exploring options with garages it's still prohibitively expensive get a Haynes manual, tool up, and give it a go yourself

nicksta27

Thanks for all your advice guys

graemefarrer

i am having the same problem, how did you get on in the end?

jeannieblue

You could probably get the rack reconned in 24 hours. Don't know your locations but if you are in the south east, recommend 'Steering EAC' - they are quick, efficient and good - prices are competitive, but realistic.