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Power Steering System Bleeding
If not running power steering, skip this section.
Raise the front wheels off the ground if they are not already
Turn the steering wheel all the way to the left.
Fill the reservoir to the full cold level and leave the cap off.
Turn the steering wheel lock to lock 20 times checking the fluid level every few times. Top off if
necessary.
Start the engine and check the fluid level.
Reinstall the reservoir cap and turn the steering wheel lock to lock a few times.
Check for leaks, smooth assist and noiseless operation. If there are noises, turn the engine off, wait two
minutes and redo the procedure.
Rattle Patrol
If you have the space in your driveway or have access to a small parking lot it is very helpful to drive the
chassis around a little to make sure everything is working before you seal it all up.
If you do this, bolt the seat harnesses in and use them
You will be very surprised at how quickly the car responds to small inputs and it is amplified by being
extra light without the body in place. Things to check for:
Any leaks – brake fluid – transmission fluid – engine oil – rear diff fluid – coolant
Wiring – loose wires – close to heat sources or moving parts – loose grounds
Suspension – all hardware tight – no binding or clearance issues
Chassis – all hardware double checked – nothing loose or sharp
Steering – all set screws tight – steering wheel tight – tie rods and rack tight
Brakes – plenty of fluid – pedal not bottoming- all fittings tight to reservoir
Dash – All gauges working - gauge lights work – indicators and switches working
Brake Bias – if you have space adjust your brakes bias with the balance bar (the set up and
adjustment procedure is detailed in the paperwork that came with the pedal-box) Set up your brakes
so that the fronts lock up just before the rears.
Footbox Fitment
One of the most important things you can do to make sure you enjoy your car is to make sure the fit and
comfort of the cockpit is right for you. While you still have easy access to the footboxes is the best time
to do this. Set the brake pedal height by screwing the pushrods in or out of the master cylinders, because
of the pedal pivot location a small adjustment will make a large difference. Set the pedal height of the
clutch with the stop and cable adjuster, usually about ½” above the brake pedal. Make sure that your
feet are comfortable on the pedals and you can press them all without hitting the others. You can also
move the steering wheel in and out to get your arms at a comfortable angle until the set screw is
tightened.
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