1997 Impreza Steering Rack Replacement

[palfer]

Decided it was time to change the rack and outer tie rods which were in really bad shape.  Removal was straightforward.  I centered the wheel and disconnected the linkage to the gearbox.  Compared the old rack to the rebuilt one and it was slightly different in terms of the fluid lines but very close.  The length from end to end matched and it mounted just fine.

 

Now it's installed and I have an unequal turn radius.  When I turn left the wheel spins approximate 1&5/8 times from center (wheels straight).  When I turn left the wheel spins just over 2 full revolutions.  The car drives straight as can be but clearly something is off.

 

Any ideas on what I screwed up and need to adjust?

 

thanks!

[palfer]

Realize now where I messed up.  Neglected to properly center the rack.  I just visually compared with the old rack and then installed.  I've since had it aligned and one side there are very few visible threads on the tie rod while there are many visible on the other.