power steering conversion for series 3

[nightrider]

Hi does anyone know if you can get a kit to convert a series3 to power steeering i have a 200tdi engine fitted in it sor i could fit pump back on to run it any help would be great

[Phil Hancock]

http://www.heystee-automotive.com/

[Snagger]

http://www.heystee-automotive.com/

It's a very expensive kit, and the PAS pump is very vulnerable unless you can get a an alternator bracket with pump mounting from a 19J or Def 200Tdi. I have never tried one, but I have been told it has a bit more lag than the normal LR power steering systems. It does have the huge advantages of not requiring any significant chassis mods, and retaining the original steering gear, replacing only the drag link, so you don't have to worry about complex work or losing vehicle identity points. It also behaves just like the standard steering if hydraulic power is lost.

[FridgeFreezer]

Perhaps this is too subtle, but you may wish to try

It's been covered many times on this forum, using all different pumps, boxes, engines, and mountings.

[kingdong2]

Hi

i have just recently fitted a 200 tdi to mine when removed the old engine i replaced the relay aswell so with the tdi in the steering is nice and light have you thought of replacing yours if you haven't done already its a lot cheeper and easier than fitting a p.s. kit ?

graham.