Author Topic: Power steering block off (Read 15173 times)

Kilawin · « **Reply #15 on:** May 02, 2008, 03:08:26 PM »

ahh were do you find these plugs. The M14x1.5 honda oil drain plugs work, but I am having the most difficult time locating the M16x1.5.:mad:

tjts1 · « **Reply #16 on:** May 02, 2008, 06:10:49 PM »

Cut 2 pieces of 5/8" hose and stick them over the banjo bolts.

done

Kilawin · « **Reply #17 on:** May 02, 2008, 11:54:23 PM »

hmm...good idea. any leaks? assuming you left some fluid in there.

tjts1 · « **Reply #18 on:** May 03, 2008, 12:54:29 AM »

No, you have to empty the rack of ATF. Leaving fluid in there is a bad idea. We are just trying to keep the dirt out.

Kilawin · « **Reply #19 on:** May 03, 2008, 12:00:35 PM »

Plugged my this morning thanks

oldtimer · « **Reply #20 on:** May 06, 2008, 02:58:11 PM »

I guess I went about it the hard way. I simply went to a junk yard and got some beat up lines and took the fitting and cut the nipple off where the hose is attach and weld that hole shut. Now I have the original hardware plugging the system. On the Dyno there's a 10hp gain.

mkodama · « **Reply #21 on:** May 14, 2008, 01:37:01 AM »

Quote from: oldtimer;48763

I guess I went about it the hard way. I simply went to a junk yard and got some beat up lines and took the fitting and cut the nipple off where the hose is attach and weld that hole shut. Now I have the original hardware plugging the system. On the Dyno there's a 10hp gain.

:eek:

Are you serious or is that a joke?

Cobra Jet · « **Reply #22 on:** May 14, 2008, 08:05:40 AM »

Can someone really describe the actual "feel" of driving a 318 w/o pwr steering? I mean, is the car unpredictable when on the highway if having to take an evasive manuever?

What about when trying to park in a crowded parking lot?

How much resistance is there when driving normally or making normal lane changes?

How long have you driven w/ no pwr steering?

For those who have done this "mod", is your vehicle daily driven and if so, what do you like or dislike about having no pwr steering?

Does driving w/ no pwr steering cause any additional wear/tear on front suspension components?

I'm not sure what a regular 318is weighs (coupe or 4 door), but according to the vehicle weight listed online for a 318ic (which I own), is around 3,000 lbs (which to me seems to be really light for a convertible). I'm just trying to get an idea if the pwr steering was "deleted" or say made inoperable like others have done w/ theirs, what the pros or cons would be to driving the vehicle. The vehicle is daily driven on highways @ speeds of 65mph+ w/ some sporadic traffic lights and/or stops.

Also, the comment about about "gaining 10hp on the dyno" - is this a true statement and was it on a real dyno or the "butt dyno"....

nomad · « **Reply #23 on:** May 14, 2008, 12:53:16 PM »

insert key in ignition and turn so that it just disengages the steering lock. Turn wheel.
Now let off the brake in an empty area with a slight downhill slope and turn wheel while car rolls forward.

Or just take off the PS belt and drive around. Reinstall when you determine if you don't like it.

Cobra Jet · « **Reply #24 on:** May 14, 2008, 01:06:48 PM »

Quote from: nomad;49321

insert key in ignition and turn so that it just disengages the steering lock. Turn wheel.
Now let off the brake in an empty area with a slight downhill slope and turn wheel while car rolls forward.

Or just take off the PS belt and drive around. Reinstall when you determine if you don't like it.

- smartass...

nomad · « **Reply #25 on:** May 15, 2008, 02:03:16 AM »

I was serious from your first three questions.
Everyone is different in what they like.
I'm going to do this soon.

mkodama · « **Reply #26 on:** May 15, 2008, 07:08:13 PM »

Quote from: Cobra Jet;49298

Can someone really describe the actual "feel" of driving a 318 w/o pwr steering? I mean, is the car unpredictable when on the highway if having to take an evasive manuever?

What about when trying to park in a crowded parking lot?

How much resistance is there when driving normally or making normal lane changes?

How long have you driven w/ no pwr steering?

For those who have done this "mod", is your vehicle daily driven and if so, what do you like or dislike about having no pwr steering?

Does driving w/ no pwr steering cause any additional wear/tear on front suspension components?

I'm not sure what a regular 318is weighs (coupe or 4 door), but according to the vehicle weight listed online for a 318ic (which I own), is around 3,000 lbs (which to me seems to be really light for a convertible). I'm just trying to get an idea if the pwr steering was "deleted" or say made inoperable like others have done w/ theirs, what the pros or cons would be to driving the vehicle. The vehicle is daily driven on highways @ speeds of 65mph+ w/ some sporadic traffic lights and/or stops.

Also, the comment about about "gaining 10hp on the dyno" - is this a true statement and was it on a real dyno or the "butt dyno"....

In general, the faster you are going, the lighter the steering is (unless you are driving a formula car with lots of aerodynamics). Parking lot speeds would probably be harder while freeway speeds wouldn't have a big difference.

There should be no additional amount of wear. A european only version of the 3 series had no power steering from the factory, but it also had a different gear ratio with like 7 turns lock to lock.

As for the 318is, the E30 2 door was listed around 2600lbs if I remember correctly. It is so light that it is just as fast as a 325i on a race track.

xwill112x · « **Reply #27 on:** June 12, 2008, 09:08:21 PM »

do u really feel the hp gain?
i really want more bottom end to tell the truth, i need power under 4000rpms (gas milage bby!)

would it really be worth the hp gains?

tjts1 · « **Reply #28 on:** June 12, 2008, 10:22:20 PM »

Take the PS belt off and find out.

xwill112x · « **Reply #29 on:** June 12, 2008, 10:30:48 PM »

if i just remove the belt will it give me horse power?