E34 ZF 535i Sport Steering Box

[CallumNicklin]

Hi all,

As above, can this be fitted to the 3.0CSI?

Thanks,
Cal

 

[Rek]

Just a quick look at RealOEM for both models indicates that the fittings are different, but I am there to be shot down on this.

E9
http://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/showparts?id=3431-EUR---E9-BMW-3.0CS&diagId=32_0994

E34
http://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/showparts?id=HD12-EUR---E34-BMW-535i&diagId=32_0282

They look very different.

 

[aearch]

can you explain in detail why we would want to use this box instead of the oem that would be helpful instead of just posting the box

 

[Rek]

can you explain in detail why we would want to use this box instead of the oem that would be helpful instead of just posting the box

A bit of a harsh tone there. I would presume that he has one lying around or has been offered one. I don't think he was advocating that we all get one.

 

[aearch]

no i meant is it a better unit
no harshness intended just info

 

[bavbob]

I don't know if it is a better unit, I can say the development of play over time is the same, based on having 2 E24's which are basically E28's or vice versa. The worm gear may be the same for all, I did not look at RealOem but I got a hunch and with that said, maybe a newer 535 box can be used for parts .

 

[Rek]

The main area of wear appears to be the worm gear, cage and bearings. I am trying to source these now but not having much luck. In speaking to specialists I have spoken to, they can rebuild and renew the seals but the issues of sloppiness at the centre will still persist without the mechanical components being renewed.

 

[CallumNicklin]

Thanks everyone for your replies. It was a question based on a ‘there’s one available; will it fit?’ scenerio.