Q: Noisy power steering rack on a '92 Integra
I have a '92 Integra I just picked up for 400 dollars. It runs awesome and transmission shifts perfectly but it needs a power steering rack. It makes clicking and rattling noises but steers fine. Is it worth replacing or just driving until it drives?
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