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What happens if you choose the wrong drive shaft length? Drive shaft length is very important. The function of the slip yoke is to compensate for suspension movement. A shaft that is too long can bottom-out the slip yoke in the trans, causing damage. A shaft that is too short doesn’t provide the yokes needed support and has potential to bind.  Having a hard time in determining which one is the right one for your car? We got you covered! Get your drive shaft to be replaced or reconditioned at Sing Spare Parts Co.  Freddy Lim +6592353570 www.singspareparts.sg The only...

What happens when rack and pinion goes out? It is important to be aware of what happens when rack and pinion goes out. When a pinion is on the verge of failure it can be very difficult to steer. However, if a rack or pinion goes out you will lose complete control of steering.Freddy Lim+6592353570www.singspareparts.sgThe only company in Singapore with more than 40 years of experience

A hydraulic power steering system uses an engine-mounted pump to pressurize a two-way ram, which helps to push or pull the rack in one direction or the other. If you feel that your steering wheel is a little loose or the tires are misaligned, it's about time for steering rack replacement at Sing Spare Parts Co.  Freddy Lim +6592353570 www.singspareparts.sg The only company in Singapore with more than 40 years of experience

An electrical power steering rack uses a rack and pinion to turn the rotational movement of the steering wheel into the back-and-forth movement required to turn the wheels. The pinion is a round gear connected to the steering column; the pinion engages the rack, which is a flat bar with gear teeth cut into the top. Freddy Lim+6592353570www.singspareparts.sgThe only company in Singapore with more than 40 years of experience

Do you know there are common symptoms between steering rack and drive shaft when they are failing?A common symptom of a failing driveshaft and steering rack is an intense vibrations. The vibrations of bad drive shaft would be coming from the undercarriage. Meanwhile, for bad steering rack, the vibrations coming from the steering wheel itself.Another similarity is that both of them produce sound when they are failing. If you hear a loud clunking noise when shifting your vehicle, this is the sign of drive shaft damage. The likely culprit is a worn u-joint. A clunking sound is sign of a failing...