Power steering pump removal?

[Guero]

Is there any way I can remove my power steering pump without having to to replace my rack and pinion into a manual one? Like just plug the two holes on the rack? Or Do I have to suck it up? lol!

 

[revhead347]

You can just plug the holes, but it's dangerous. Strongly not recommended.

Kurt

 

[Guero]

So that would a no lol! I don't wanna die either lol

 

[revhead347]

Yeah, that would be a no. The stock steering shaft is not designed to handle the load of the steering rack without power assist. The steering rack is the wrong ratio, which will not give you enough steering wheel authority to control it properly. And the power steering rack is designed to have a continuous flow of fluid through it. If the flow isn't there, it can cause the steering rack to seize quite suddenly.

Kurt

 

[Guero]

Well I guess for now Ill plug the holes....I dont drive it anyways....Just to start the clean up process....

 

[Guero]

Gotta clean up the engine bay to fit another alternator for the hydros I'ma put on the stang!