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PoorMans180SX · 10-09-2015, 07:32 AM

The new WSRD power steering system is finally ready! Our first system functioned fine for normal street driving, but when pushed hard on the track, it's flaws were exposed. Fluid simply didn't stay in the reservoir. I also thought the steering felt over-assisted. It was extremely frustrating completing my track weekend with no power steering, and I decided then and there that I was going to build a complete power steering system that could handle the track, with or without a cooler. This is the result!

I've personally built and tested three designs of reservoirs, with my last one being successful at containing all the fluid with repeated thrashing. It was however, difficult to fabricate, so we've turned to the power steering experts KRC! They're latest and greatest reservoir has an integrated filter and awesome baffling. We also use one of their flow-control valves on the pump to control assist, which gives awesome steering feel without pump whine!

This is the first and only kit on the market that you can take to the track with no worries! No leaks, no whine, just awesome steering in a tidy package.

Included in the kit:
1. -6 High pressure line with black anodized aluminum PS hose ends
2. -6 Rack return line
3. -10 push-on pump feed with lined clamp
5. Rack adapter fittings
6. KRC Flow Control fitting
7. KRC baffled reservoir with Oberg filter

All fittings and hose ends made in the USA! Hoses are hand assembled in our shop here in Michigan.

This kit is $485 Shipped in the USA, and can be purchased here:
http://www.whalentuned.com/nissan-240sx.html

There are some how-to articles on the website for installation as well.

NOTE:If you have our old system, you can upgrade to the new reservoir and fittings at a lower cost, please contact me for details.

NOTE 2: The KRC flow control fitting is confirmed compatible with KA24DE and SR20DET power steering pumps. The thread is M18x1.5, which is a common pump outlet size (JZ, RB, etc). If you have a different engine and would like a M18 crush washer adapter included in case the flow control fitting doesn't work, please contact me before ordering.

More pics:

ProjectPanda13 · 10-09-2015, 08:08 AM

If I manage to get measurements for a rhd setup, could you produce a kit?
Latez.

STEEZxIT · 10-09-2015, 11:59 AM

looking forward to trying this out in the next month or so!

PoorMans180SX · 10-09-2015, 01:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ProjectPanda13

If I manage to get measurements for a rhd setup, could you produce a kit?
Latez.

No problem. Hit me with the measurements and I can have it made up easy.

Quote:

Originally Posted by STEEZxIT

looking forward to trying this out in the next month or so!

Sounds good!

taeisbeast · 10-09-2015, 02:27 PM

Crud just pieced mine all together now. But this looks so good!

Question, the fitting for the replacement banjo bolt i got was...

-6AN to 16mm x 1.5

PoorMans180SX · 10-10-2015, 12:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by taeisbeast

Crud just pieced mine all together now. But this looks so good!

Question, the fitting for the replacement banjo bolt i got was...

-6AN to 16mm x 1.5

That's incorrect. The fitting is M18x1.5 thread and does not use an o-ring seal like that.

taeisbeast · 10-10-2015, 01:21 AM

^You are correct, not sure why i was overthinking it, thats clearly the rack fitting...

long day..

*burnsauto* · 10-10-2015, 06:28 AM

Alright Andy,

So what are the benefits of swapping out my OEM steering system for this. I understand it's sweet looking and screams racecar, but what will I notice compared to stock?

PoorMans180SX · 10-10-2015, 11:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by burnsauto

Alright Andy,

So what are the benefits of swapping out my OEM steering system for this. I understand it's sweet looking and screams racecar, but what will I notice compared to stock?

Better steering feel, no fluid blow-out with extended high-rpm running, the ability to easily add a cooler if you wish, route the lines how you wish, etc. The filter should add a little life to your rack and pump as well, although that theory is untested.

xilovelsdx · 10-11-2015, 07:12 PM

Looks like the savior to the horrendous Chase Bays kit. Have had nothing but issue after issue with mine. Would love to replace it with this on my car. Looks like a lot of love and genuine care for the user went into the development of this!

taeisbeast · 10-11-2015, 07:23 PM

Definitely interested for sure.

The more i keep hearing about the whole chase bays thing. Im glad i didnt go that route.

PoorMans180SX · 10-11-2015, 07:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by taeisbeast

Definitely interested for sure.

The more i keep hearing about the whole chase bays thing. Im glad i didnt go that route.

Quote:

Originally Posted by xilovelsdx

Looks like the savior to the horrendous Chase Bays kit. Have had nothing but issue after issue with mine. Would love to replace it with this on my car. Looks like a lot of love and genuine care for the user went into the development of this!

Both Joe and I here at the shop had that kit and didn't care for it at all. I've definitely tried my hardest to bring the best of the best to the S-chassis. I don't sell anything I won't run on my own car!

fatduece · 10-11-2015, 09:00 PM

How does the reservoir stay together without leaking oil? Can we see a demo of how you open it in half and put it together? Looks pretty cool. Do you have the option to add a cooler?

Oops! Nvm. Just looked at the photos more and realized it bolts up together.

PoorMans180SX · 10-12-2015, 07:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fatduece

How does the reservoir stay together without leaking oil? Can we see a demo of how you open it in half and put it together? Looks pretty cool. Do you have the option to add a cooler?

Oops! Nvm. Just looked at the photos more and realized it bolts up together.

Yup! The reservoir bolts together before you put the bottom fitting on, and the Oberg filter seals the two halves together.

chiboy002 · 10-13-2015, 07:19 PM

are the filters washable or whats the life expectancy of one?

dont plan on having filth in my p.s system but who knows what is already in there

PoorMans180SX · 10-14-2015, 07:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chiboy002

are the filters washable or whats the life expectancy of one?

dont plan on having filth in my p.s system but who knows what is already in there

They are reusable stainless mesh, so yes, washable.

Rb26kouki · 10-14-2015, 02:04 PM

tempting...

BONIN240SX · 10-14-2015, 08:46 PM

Any good deal you can throw my way? i have your brake lines and complete power steering setup. im having issues keeping fluid in my reservoir as well. been extremely happy with your customer service and products as to this point. good to see you improving the design and releasing it to the public.

PoorMans180SX · 10-15-2015, 06:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BONIN240SX

Any good deal you can throw my way? i have your brake lines and complete power steering setup. im having issues keeping fluid in my reservoir as well. been extremely happy with your customer service and products as to this point. good to see you improving the design and releasing it to the public.

Good to hear. I shot you a PM about the reservoir!

10-09-2015, 07:32 AM	#1
PoorMans180SX Zilvia.net Advertiser Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Michigan Age: 33 Posts: 5,431 Trader Rating: (16) Rides Gallery: PoorMans180SX Feedback Score: 16 reviews	*WSRD Motorsports Ready Power Steering System!* The new WSRD power steering system is finally ready! Our first system functioned fine for normal street driving, but when pushed hard on the track, it's flaws were exposed. Fluid simply didn't stay in the reservoir. I also thought the steering felt over-assisted. It was extremely frustrating completing my track weekend with no power steering, and I decided then and there that I was going to build a complete power steering system that could handle the track, with or without a cooler. This is the result! I've personally built and tested three designs of reservoirs, with my last one being successful at containing all the fluid with repeated thrashing. It was however, difficult to fabricate, so we've turned to the power steering experts KRC! They're latest and greatest reservoir has an integrated filter and awesome baffling. We also use one of their flow-control valves on the pump to control assist, which gives awesome steering feel without pump whine! This is the first and only kit on the market that you can take to the track with no worries! No leaks, no whine, just awesome steering in a tidy package. Included in the kit: 1. -6 High pressure line with black anodized aluminum PS hose ends 2. -6 Rack return line 3. -10 push-on pump feed with lined clamp 5. Rack adapter fittings 6. KRC Flow Control fitting 7. KRC baffled reservoir with Oberg filter All fittings and hose ends made in the USA! Hoses are hand assembled in our shop here in Michigan. This kit is $485 Shipped in the USA, and can be purchased here: http://www.whalentuned.com/nissan-240sx.html There are some how-to articles on the website for installation as well. NOTE:If you have our old system, you can upgrade to the new reservoir and fittings at a lower cost, please contact me for details. NOTE 2: The KRC flow control fitting is confirmed compatible with KA24DE and SR20DET power steering pumps. The thread is M18x1.5, which is a common pump outlet size (JZ, RB, etc). If you have a different engine and would like a M18 crush washer adapter included in case the flow control fitting doesn't work, please contact me before ordering. More pics: __________________ Build: http://zilvia.net/f/showthread.php?t=643065 Friends don't let friends buy knock-offs.

10-09-2015, 11:59 AM	#3
STEEZxIT Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: socal, man! Posts: 1,260 Trader Rating: (11) Feedback Score: 11 reviews	looking forward to trying this out in the next month or so! __________________ @dangerdamian

10-09-2015, 02:27 PM	#5
taeisbeast Zilvia Addict Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Texas/Afghan Posts: 738 Trader Rating: (10) Feedback Score: 10 reviews	Crud just pieced mine all together now. But this looks so good! Question, the fitting for the replacement banjo bolt i got was... -6AN to 16mm x 1.5 __________________ Intangible Visionary: Multimedia Production

10-10-2015, 01:21 AM	#7
taeisbeast Zilvia Addict Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Texas/Afghan Posts: 738 Trader Rating: (10) Feedback Score: 10 reviews	^You are correct, not sure why i was overthinking it, thats clearly the rack fitting... long day.. __________________ Intangible Visionary: Multimedia Production

10-10-2015, 06:28 AM	#8
burnsauto Premium Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: 717, PA Age: 35 Posts: 3,153 Trader Rating: (5) Rides Gallery: burnsauto Feedback Score: 5 reviews	Alright Andy, So what are the benefits of swapping out my OEM steering system for this. I understand it's sweet looking and screams racecar, but what will I notice compared to stock? __________________

10-09-2015, 08:08 AM	#2
ProjectPanda13 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Atlanta, GA Age: 33 Posts: 603 Trader Rating: (8) Feedback Score: 8 reviews	If I manage to get measurements for a rhd setup, could you produce a kit? Latez.

10-11-2015, 07:12 PM	#10
xilovelsdx Zilvia Junkie Join Date: May 2008 Location: Titusville, FL Age: 33 Posts: 376 Trader Rating: (6) Rides Gallery: xilovelsdx Feedback Score: 6 reviews	Looks like the savior to the horrendous Chase Bays kit. Have had nothing but issue after issue with mine. Would love to replace it with this on my car. Looks like a lot of love and genuine care for the user went into the development of this! __________________

10-11-2015, 07:23 PM	#11
taeisbeast Zilvia Addict Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Texas/Afghan Posts: 738 Trader Rating: (10) Feedback Score: 10 reviews	Definitely interested for sure. The more i keep hearing about the whole chase bays thing. Im glad i didnt go that route. __________________ Intangible Visionary: Multimedia Production

10-11-2015, 09:00 PM	#13
fatduece Zilvia Addict Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: hoonigay Posts: 672 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	How does the reservoir stay together without leaking oil? Can we see a demo of how you open it in half and put it together? Looks pretty cool. Do you have the option to add a cooler? Oops! Nvm. Just looked at the photos more and realized it bolts up together.

10-13-2015, 07:19 PM	#15
chiboy002 Post Whore! Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: ◙ Posts: 4,416 Trader Rating: (21) Feedback Score: 21 reviews	are the filters washable or whats the life expectancy of one? dont plan on having filth in my p.s system but who knows what is already in there __________________ street dancer.

10-14-2015, 02:04 PM	#17
Rb26kouki Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Commerce Age: 29 Posts: 1,456 Trader Rating: (62) Feedback Score: 62 reviews	tempting...

10-14-2015, 08:46 PM	#18
BONIN240SX Zilvia Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: madison,wi Age: 31 Posts: 157 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Any good deal you can throw my way? i have your brake lines and complete power steering setup. im having issues keeping fluid in my reservoir as well. been extremely happy with your customer service and products as to this point. good to see you improving the design and releasing it to the public.

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