bryanthompson Posted August 18, 2006 Share Posted August 18, 2006 Anyone familiar with the rag-joint in the steering mechanism on these cars? Mine is shot; need to replace it. Is this an easy to find part? BT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DerFahrer Posted August 18, 2006 Share Posted August 18, 2006 I've never heard the term rag joint before... Is it the joint in the steering column, the one that allows the column to bend down right before it goes into the rack? If so, you're in luck, because that joint (usually called a universal joint, like the ones in a driveshaft) is still available from the dealer, part number 731037160, list price is $145.20. 3 in the country at the time of this posting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bryanthompson Posted August 18, 2006 Author Share Posted August 18, 2006 Its the piece of reinforced fabric that looks like its made from the inner wall of a tire. I've found a Subaru dealer here that says he may be able to get one; if not I'll follow up on you lead. Thanks for the tip. BT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moosens Posted August 19, 2006 Share Posted August 19, 2006 I've got the FSM out and can see no fabric cover or joint,etc. Is it down on the steering gearbox on the passenger side end? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DerFahrer Posted August 19, 2006 Share Posted August 19, 2006 Is it a circular piece of rubber with 4 holes in it? Right before the column shaft enters the rack? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUBARU3 Posted August 19, 2006 Share Posted August 19, 2006 Is it a circular piece of rubber with 4 holes in it? Right before the column shaft enters the rack? You can use the VW beetle connector too. It works fine and you get better performance! I put one in my GF. Just use the metal bushings from your old one in the VW one. Todd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bryanthompson Posted August 19, 2006 Author Share Posted August 19, 2006 You can use the VW beetle connector too. It works fine and you get better performance! I put one in my GF. Just use the metal bushings from your old one in the VW one. Todd Yes, this is it!! Thanks guys. Any year Beetle will do? That's great news because the one I was going to order from Subaru will take a while to get. More pics coming soon. This car has quickly become my favorite- what a blast to drive. BT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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