Power steering

[Mr.Sleepercb7]

Ok im looking at buying.. a 93 lx 4door Cb with a h22 swap in it.. but it doesn't have power steering. now my issue is i never driven a car without power steering and i kno alot of people remove it. Is it something that is gonna get annoying or is it not that bad? NOTE! its a GOOD BUY. 1800$ with a new tranny cuzz he blew out 3rd.

[ChampCoupe]

its only annoying at low speed like 5mph. after that its alil stiffer than normal.

[Mr.Sleepercb7]

yeaa i was just wondering if it was gonna piss me off and make me wanna put it back in..im sure its a hit or a miss thing thoo like one person might not mind it and another but hate it.

[nine_deuce]

When the previous owner took it out, did they do it properly, or just take out the pump or not get the proper line? If you're going to do it, you may as well do it properly. I've read that converting your power rack to manual and doing away with power steering, the steering can be just as easy as having power steering.

[deevergote]

If the rack dries out, it will need to be replaced. That's the only downside to removing the power steering. Look in the DIY section to see how to rectify that situation. There are a couple methods.

As said, it will be stiffer at low speeds, but not terrible. I still have my pump in place, but cut the belt (the belt was too small, and killing the pump... and I just never replaced it.) The day I cut it, I was parallel parking in front of Pat's Steaks on a Saturday night, between a BMW and a Benz. It's supposedly even harder with the pump still in place, since I'm fighting against it.

Anyway, the only thing you should keep in mind is that with no power steering, an unexpected bump can jerk the wheel out of your hand if you're not ready for it. Expect it to happen, and react accordingly. If you panic, you could overcorrect and lose control. Not a big deal... just be ready for it.

[Mr.Sleepercb7]

there is no power steering pump he remove Power steering, Ac and Cruise control

[deevergote]

Yes, I was describing my own setup. I know you have no pump, which is why you have to be aware that your rack is going to dry out if you don't keep it lubricated.

[Tippey764]

If the rack dries out, it will need to be replaced. That's the only downside to removing the power steering. Look in the DIY section to see how to rectify that situation. There are a couple methods.

As said, it will be stiffer at low speeds, but not terrible. I still have my pump in place, but cut the belt (the belt was too small, and killing the pump... and I just never replaced it.) The day I cut it, I was parallel parking in front of Pat's Steaks on a Saturday night, between a BMW and a Benz. It's supposedly even harder with the pump still in place, since I'm fighting against it.

Anyway, the only thing you should keep in mind is that with no power steering, an unexpected bump can jerk the wheel out of your hand if you're not ready for it. Expect it to happen, and react accordingly. If you panic, you could overcorrect and lose control. Not a big deal... just be ready for it.

its even harder because your car isn't aligned correctly. Cars without power steering have more postive caster to help you move the steering wheel easier, your cb7 was setup as having power steering so you have more negative caster

[deevergote]

I hadn't thought of it that way. Makes sense.

[Mr.Sleepercb7]

If the rack dries out, it will need to be replaced. That's the only downside to removing the power steering. Look in the DIY section to see how to rectify that situation. There are a couple methods.

As said, it will be stiffer at low speeds, but not terrible. I still have my pump in place, but cut the belt (the belt was too small, and killing the pump... and I just never replaced it.) The day I cut it, I was parallel parking in front of Pat's Steaks on a Saturday night, between a BMW and a Benz. It's supposedly even harder with the pump still in place, since I'm fighting against it.

Anyway, the only thing you should keep in mind is that with no power steering, an unexpected bump can jerk the wheel out of your hand if you're not ready for it. Expect it to happen, and react accordingly. If you panic, you could overcorrect and lose control. Not a big deal... just be ready for it.

Ok thankyou sir, Um check out the beginners image gallery check it out and see if you think its worth it.
http://www.cb7tuner.com/vbb/showthread.php?t=171488

[DariuszZ]

So I understand that there is no way i can use my f22 power steering? I need to get a whole new kit for an h22 like pump, hoses, bracket etc?

[Hondas-R-us]

^ maybe or maybe not. id suggest you search for a thread that might list what can be used between f22 and h22. thats what i would do. but in all honesty driving without power steering isnt hard you just have to get used to it. it might be a pain driving stick and turning at the same time but just a thing that will go away once you practice. if i was in your shoes i would go to a open parking lot and get the feel for it first

[deevergote]

The pulley has a different amuont of ribs, so you'd need to either swap pullies for one from an H22, or run the thinner belt (which can hop off track... not a huge deal, but best avoided.)
People HAVE used the F22 pump, but most use the H22 pump and fab up a simple conversion bracket for the line. That's how mine was done.

[V6KillaNonTec]

man u dont need dat newayz

[DariuszZ]

The pulley has a different amuont of ribs, so you'd need to either swap pullies for one from an H22, or run the thinner belt (which can hop off track... not a huge deal, but best avoided.)
People HAVE used the F22 pump, but most use the H22 pump and fab up a simple conversion bracket for the line. That's how mine was done.

what do you mean by "simple conversion bracket for the line"? The bracket that hold that steering pump? How can i convert it? Any pics?