Rack and Pinion Replacement (2005 GMC Sierra)

[@TheGasTap]

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[@brandiewest2012]

Thank you for this. I just lost my mechanic dad two weeks ago, & he was always my go to guy for car problems...so I wasn't sure how I'd ever get this done without him. Your video made it feel possible. Just waiting on the part to arrive now. 🖤

[@brandiewest2012]

I just wanted to come back & say that I successfully did it! Thank you!!

[@TheGasTap]

Fantastic. That is why I like to make these videos.

[@saintnificent5532]

There's nothin cooler than a woman that can wrench...Well maybe a huge garage with a lift and air conditioning......

[@kaylamarie8309]

Extremely professionally done video and amazing clarity...just top quality , new sub! Very helpful information. I am changing out my steering gear and replacing both front hub bearing assemblies this weekend (yes me lol) on my 2005 Chevy Silverado 1500 ext cab long bed Pick up truck 2wd.. already have all the parts. Thanks again !!

[@ElONTUSKS3XY]

Definitely going to come in handy this weekend thanks!

[@yamhammer]

Best way to bleed system is with a large rubber cork in the fill neck with hole drilled in it and vacuum pump attached. Or go lock to lock with wheels elevated 20 times without engine running. Just trying to help. Great work

[@tjeffjenkins6226]

Nice detail and execution. Really looking forward to seeing Mr. Jones do his thing! Thanks.

[@edgargarza8521]

I saw your videos on how to replace the rackin pinion of a GMC and it reley help my replace mine on my silverado thank you and God Bless You

[@phoenixflyz_]

I wish y'all didn't cut so much, but after watching I still have ALL the confidence

[@philiprea8340]

I couldn`t stop watching... Great video...I need this done on my truck (2007 Sierra) a little above my pay grade though, I`ll have to pay...you guys are awesome

[@TheGasTap]

Thank you!

[@betranewe626]

I was looking for a few tips, and found so much more. Thank you! My rack replacement job will go much better I am sure.

[@bretfeeney1072]

Badass video! I need to replace my rack and pinion on my 2000 sierra. One thing I will say is get the rotors turned or replace on this truck they are warped bad and mine were too. Thanks

[@tonychortanoff9732]

Really good guidance on a component that has a lot of connections

[@viktorrotkiv1698]

Thanks guys … very well explained. I’m going to do it myself and save $230 .

[@codykairis2857]

Awesome video! Now I feel more confident on doing a rack in my 02 silverado!

[@bryancano9300]

Simple video and straight to the point Thanks i subscribed and liked

[@TheGasTap]

Thank you!

[@Greenfishrmn]

Great video guys, with lots of good info. You mentioned that the lug nuts are torqued to 100 ft lbs, but the specs for my 05 Silverado 2 wd 1500 call for 140 ft lbs.

[@edgarp2kk]

Thanks for the video, really helpful! What was the grounding wire for. The rack and pinion I installed doesn’t have threading for the grounding wire. If I remove it and don’t ground the rack will it cause any problems?

[@CrystalBlackPearl2.0T]

Thanks for the video. Helped me do this same job today.

[@badazzmuffin5781]

This is a lifesaver. Thanks.

[@Hmm_Nope]

Doing this tomorrow on a 2004 Silverado. Thanks!

[@nerradnosnhoj5122]

if the grease zerk is center of tie rod end , measure using it to index , check toe int after back on ground , set 1/16" -1/8" toe in ,

[@biblequestionsanswered6572]

Great instructions and helped me get mine done.

[@TheGasTap]

That’s great!! Thank you!!

[@weltonjordan464]

Great video. I have a new rack and pinion I need to install on my 2007 Chevy Silverado 1500 classic, and this video is very helpful. I subscribed so I could maybe see more videos on your Chevy.

[@AceNos71]

Kind of funny that it's metric system on an American truck, great video, thank's!

[@gonzoxx8413]

14:56 “hey it’s made in the USA” the same reaction I had with the duralast gold sway bar links 😂😂😂

[@Pincheemoska]

Great Vid, I have a 05 Sierra needing this done, new rack in garage I’m needing some courage tho, thank yiu

[@32vjruiz]

Great video this helps out alot. Thanks guys!

[@Mr.G626]

Straight to the point & no b/s. Thanks! How is the rack holding up?

[@TheGasTap]

Still good as new.

[@irepairofpc31familykartrac51]

I think I can do this repair now thanks great instructions

[@henrysanchez5378]

Great job guys!. This video is helpful.

[@SlowMotion0991]

I like watching y’all

[@TheGasTap]

Thank you

[@steveavis4642]

Nice video! I saw that you were looking for suggestions for future videos. How about cleaning and simplifying the engine bay, and prep and paint it??

[@kevinwalker4623]

Perfect timing, THANKS!

[@michaelkoenig8564]

At the 12:10 mark you talk about the bushing caps or whatever they are called for the mounts. I bought an Edelman part# 2015 rack and pinion and I cannot get them pressed in. I tried hammering them and I tried using an impact gun with the bolt and nut to drive them in. Then, I measured the sleeve with calipers and compared it to the old rack. The holes are much smaller. Has anyone had this problem with the Edelman brand new rack and pinion?

[@TheGasTap]

I’d call the manufacturer

[@johnherston2399]

Great video! I'm confused about the low and high pressure lines. When you disconnect them, do you lose any PS fluid?

[@TheGasTap]

You’ll lose a little.

[@Cheater6913]

Great job guys, you just saved me some money, I have that same exact truck thank you.

[@slippinslidewayz]

Dang that truck is so clean. That's the only reason I don't like living up north.

[@shawnmrfixitlee6478]

Great job Guys ! ENJOYED ..

[@MACKIE4890]

Good video! I'm having trouble getting the high pressure lone off it turns to the right correct. Right to loosen & and left to tighten? Thanks

[@TheGasTap]

Lefty loosy. Righty tighty

[@andyguebara9965]

Thank you so much amigo you make things not so bad after all. Your a great help thank u so much

[@daytonagrayghost]

Thanks guys, very helpful.

[@slabhunter3072]

clean video and great work

[@eduardovallejo4761]

Cool, enjoyed the video. 👍 Can anyone tell me how many turns on the steering wheel these trucks should have from lock to lock?

[@TheGasTap]

I’m not sure. I can ask David. (Truck owner)

[@JesusGuerrero-fe3du]

Thanks for making this video really helpfull

[@Nevercouldfigureitout]

Is this a model to where you have to worry about a steering angle sensor? I had a issue with it on a Tahoe and my newer challenger when replacing racks. I had to zero the sensor back out then attach my steering shaft after I moved the rack to meet the steering shaft to install so I didn’t have a issue with killing my clock spring.

[@davidmo2826]

No steering angle sensor on this truck.

[@Lesnz2009]

Interesting I have done that a long time ago. Thanks for showing

[@juhanir8698]

Hi, A great job and informative video 👍👍👍 Keep up the good job! 👌✌️

[@AbomAdventures]

As always good lessons. 👍🏻

[@steeltoeboots9591]

Nicely done thanks a lot.

[@rp42069]

Question? Did it clank when you turned the wheel left and right while sitting still? I have really bad wander left and right while driving. It is not the balljoint or tie rods

[@TheGasTap]

Did you get an alignment done?

[@paulwatkins2601]

Very helpful video I struggled with the hose unions on the rack they were hellishly tight but i did what you did and disconnected the low pressure hose and took the fitting out with the rack off very useful tip

[@rss608]

Good video!! replace the dead rotors...

[@TheGasTap]

Already did.

[@Tshade67]

Good job guys.

[@TomMango-c1i]

Ty

[@hernan12789]

How is the rack holding up? I have heard that a bunch of rebuilt racks start leaking pretty fast after replacing I’m just looking for a good quality one

[@TheGasTap]

1 year in and good as new.

[@hernan12789]

Thank you

[@medicineman1202]

I have an 06 silverado that rides really rough. Any little bump, and feels like the wheel are going to shake off. Any suggestions? I already replaced upper and lower control with bushings and upper and lower ball joints

[@TheGasTap]

So many factors. I would have to look at it. Shocks, hub, tie rods etc.

[@saintnificent5532]

In the middle of changing upper and lower Control Arms and springs right now, no help and all breaker bar, no power tools. Yeah, and changing All ball joints, the ones that come already pressed in the control arms look of low quality, I hate rivets btw...Yeah, and while I was under there the R&P rubber bushing look wasted...If it ain't one thing... *Love The Red Dodge!*....I used to have an "89. So Many Trucks And Not Enough Time!

[@bonniekoivuniemi2993]

I replaced the rack and l Pion in my 2005 Chevy Silverado in 2018 then I brought it to the garage and they said it was bad so I replaced it again did I mess up and waste my money should I have called the previous garage and ask them

[@TheGasTap]

Maybe you received a back unit. Is it under warranty?

[@209Stretch]

Great video👍🏽👍🏽

[@injunboy89]

great video! think the tire torque is 130 to 140 ftlbs

[@clintonsherman9851]

I have a Cadillac 2005 changed hose and now it turns to the right but hard to the left.

[@TheGasTap]

That’s weird

[@xokoy.]

Preciate the video, compa. 🙏🏼

[@guitarguy3221]

Have any of yall had problems with replacement steering racks for these trucks? Ive got really bad play in mine as i offroad it. Every replacement i can find has bad reviews which makes me not want to waste the time. Thanks

[@TheGasTap]

It hasn’t had any problems.

[@ethandubois9270]

The arm moves coming out of the rack with my tie rod that means the racks bad right

[@ethandubois9270]

When I shake the tire back and forth

[@TheGasTap]

That sounds like the inner tie rod, so yes. You’re correct.

[@sergiopalacios9552]

Thanks for not leaving any info out and foe the free game of closing ur hands with the wrenches

[@arnoldojeda7883]

Is this the same for the 2002 Chevy suburban

[@TheGasTap]

I would assume so. You can look up the part numbers for both to see if they are the same.

[@jacystone973]

No those have steering boxes

[@jwhammy75]

What symptoms were you having that causes you to change this? All of my ball joints, etc seem to be tight but my steering wheel can significant play. I don’t think it is the lower or intermediate shaft. It seems like the moment is in the rack and pinion. Thoughts?

[@TheGasTap]

The inner tie rods were worn out. Have someone turn the steering wheel while you watch for play in all the joints. (Only turn the steering wheel the about of the “play”. Not full turns )

[@jwhammy75]

@@TheGasTap thanks for your reply. I had a mechanic check for play in all the joints. He said everything is tight. When I rotate the wheels back and forth, the play seems to be where the lower shaft meets the rack. The shaft turns at the rack and the wheel dont move. Im wondering if that is a symptom of a back rack and pinion?

[@TheGasTap]

Sounds like the rack to me. You may need to find a new mechanic if he didn’t spot that.

[@verdigo5892]

The inner tie rod has a ball joint attachment, (ball and socket). They wear out. Most rack and pinion steering units have replaceable Inner joints, but General Motors decided they would rather sell the whole rack and pinion steering gear because , hell why not sell a whole unit for 600 bucks instead of a couple of 30 dollar tie rods when they wear out.

[@rubenjimenez8729]

Great video! I had the same issue with the ground strap wire. Where did you end up wiring it to? Or did you just leave it off?

[@TheGasTap]

Left it off and it’s all good.

[@verdigo5892]

@@TheGasTap Except for the dissimilar metal corrosion between the aluminum rack and the steel truck frame. But you know better than those engineers that designed and tested the truck. 🙈

[@TheGasTap]

How would it not ground it’s self being that it’s all metal? Housing, gear, tie rods. Seems pretty grounded. Please explain the science here. Thanks for you comment.

[@verdigo5892]

@@TheGasTap Google Galvanic Corrosion of dissimilar metal parts. The bonding, or ground cable provides a path to ground the electricity produced between metal parts made of different materials. Two dissimilar metals when placed together, (especially in a wet salty environment) behave like a battery. Voltage is produced, but so is corrosion at the contact points. It's a common practice. Its why you don't attach aluminum with steel bolts or steel with aluminum pop rivets. But you are right. It's not gonna make a difference in function. Just the next guy that has to remove those rusty bolts.

[@TheGasTap]

I understand the dissimilar metal issue. I’m not understanding why a ground wire makes a difference when the aluminum is only the body and the rest of the internal parts are steel. Ground wire then also goes to steel. What’s the ground wire doing that the internal steel parts grounding to the steering knuckle then to the control arms aren’t doing?

[@jeremiahalvarez1500]

I got a 2004 Sierra and the boots on both sides got leaks. Should I try to just replace the boots or replace the whole rack and pinion?

[@TheGasTap]

Sounds like the inner tie rod seals are leaking under the boots. I would just replace the rack.

[@jeremiahalvarez1500]

Damn, how much was the rack and pinion?

[@TheGasTap]

Not sure. $180 sounds familiar

[@TheGasTap]

RockAuto

[@jeremiahalvarez1500]

@@TheGasTap how do I know what rack and pinion to get specifically? Or are they all the same? I have a 4 wheel drive if that matters

[@Larry-64]

As you guys probably already know these GMC's are notorious for rusting underneath and the tubings are cheap and problematic, I have replaced all the brake, fuel (and patched) the transmission lines and now the line on the rack and pinion popped, I ordered them through Amazon (because in my area) NO BODY CARRIES THESE LINES waiting for second line to arrive and will be reinstalling new lines on the rack and pinion.

[@erwins.7007]

Will this be my problem on a 05 tahoe it road wanders really bad?

[@TheGasTap]

Possibly but I’d get under the truck and diagnose it before buying parts.

[@jewllake]

could you have swapped the breather tube form the old rack?

[@TheGasTap]

No, they were shaped completely different. You can see when we pulled the old rack out, there is a bend in the tube. The new rack had a straight tube.

[@cantgetright4564]

Do you need to program it ?

[@TheGasTap]

No

[@Gtag_thagoat]

Did you end up putting that ground wire back on there some where?

[@TheGasTap]

No. I figured there’s enough ground through the tie rods.

[@Gtag_thagoat]

@@TheGasTap thanks! What fluid do you use?

[@patrickshaw7983]

Good video, useful tips there, not for me though, I drive a Mercedes saloon. LOL.

[@shawnmccart6920]

What was the solution for the ground?

[@TheGasTap]

Hmm. That’s been a little while ago and I can’t remember. Probably left it off. Its not for electric current. Just electrolysis

[@chase7143]

Thanks gents

[@cheryllyons8660]

how long did this process take

[@TheGasTap]

2-3 hrs

[@californiacleanshot]

What are the torque specs?????

[@dylansmith2046]

If I have the truck elevated right after replacing my rack and I turn it over and hop in to get the air bubbles out. Why would my steering wheel be bouncing going from lock to lock? No wheels on it.. not going down the road.. just finishing your last step in the video.. what could be the reason

[@TheGasTap]

Air in the lines. Turn it off and let it sit for a bit.

[@TheGasTap]

The fluid will foam up when it’s low.

[@dylansmith2046]

@@TheGasTap thank you. I appreciate your work.

[@ericmorales2272]

How long did this take y’all?

[@TheGasTap]

Maybe 3hrs with filming.

[@dat1tacoguy936]

How long did this take you?

[@TheGasTap]

Maybe three hours.

[@rayavila806]

Does it matter if it’s 4x4 or not

[@TheGasTap]

I’m not sure.

[@ZhamarJoy]

Is that a 4wd?

[@TheGasTap]

No

[@chavodelocho3711]

I'm here because my rack is going out when I changed the inner tie rod one of the boots was full of oil

[@randydewoody692]

What's the average install time?

[@TheGasTap]

2hrs

[@randydewoody692]

Thanks

[@tonylarimore1553]

Nice video maybe some brakes and rotors

[@TheGasTap]

They aren't very old. Not sure why they are wearing so uneven

[@tonylarimore1553]

@@TheGasTap maybe just the camera

[@jarrelcrumedy9354]

Do u have the part number

[@TheGasTap]

I do not have the part number. Basic NAPA unit.

[@jarrelcrumedy9354]

So u don’t recommend this one

[@TheGasTap]

It’s a good unit. The only problem was the vent tube.

[@robertsalas3984]

vin diesels not movie star brother

[@charleslambeth4358]

Look like he needs a brake job also. The passenger side looked pretty bad on camera, may be different in real time.

[@TheGasTap]

Lol. Someone else commented too. They aren't old but are wearing irregular

[@RobertPerrigoOkiechopper]

That was e-z enough .

[@nashguy207]

These trucks are known for weak tie rods and ends I had an 2003 for 10 years so ask me how I know. LOL

[@grod1194]

Your brake fluid is low

[@TheGasTap]

Got it👍🏼

[@david_kg]

It’s jacked up and on a slight slope.

[@poopooboudreaux1]

What is the cross tube called and what does it do? Thanks!

[@TheGasTap]

It’s just an air crossover since the boots are sealed.