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Old 04-29-2012, 11:02 AM   #13 (permalink)
pete c
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I have a better idea for an energy source for steering.

It's called arm assist. They used to use it on vehicles much larger than yours, back when men were men.

The auto industry seems to have convinced us all that we need power assist for braking and steering. It certainly is nice in an S class benz, but, IMO it is a waste of money in a 2000 lb compact.

So, convert it over to powerful steering or I will have to taunt you with nancy boy jokes!

I suppose maintaining vacuum assist for braking is OK as it is basically free power and will allow you to conserve energy for those parking lot steering workouts. Also, I assume you may have some sort of ABS which probably needs to have the vac. assist to function properly.

Personally, I wish I could buy a modern subcompact with absolutely no power assist like I had in my '78 fiesta. I think such models exist for you euros, but not for us obese lazy colonists.
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