ManwithSupra Posted November 25, 2010 Share Posted November 25, 2010 (edited) I was just thinking about this the other day, has anyone done a conversion to change their PS pump to a electric one? The only reason why it crossed my mind is that on my Ford focus the steering has 3 settings, Comfort, Normal and Sport. Now this only adjusts how much fluid the motor pumps but i wondered if a MR2 Electric PS pump could be retrofitted to the Supra Rack and what would be involved in doing this? It seems to be a popular conversion on RX7 owners - http://www.rx7club.com/showthread.php?t=847818 If it could be done what kind of trickery and magic would have to be invloved in changing the flow rates for steering settings. This is all probably really pointless but i was just sat here wondering and thought i would ask. Edited November 25, 2010 by ManwithSupra (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewOW Posted November 25, 2010 Share Posted November 25, 2010 Sounds good to me, as I would like some control over the steering other than what it thinks is best, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nodalmighty Posted November 26, 2010 Share Posted November 26, 2010 MR2 EPS system is quite an easy retro fit. You need all the bits though, pump, pump relay, pump voltage control ecu, steering control ecu, optical steering wheel sensor ring and the nouse on how to wire it up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk Posted November 26, 2010 Share Posted November 26, 2010 I actualy think this could be a good idea myself. So who's first?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManwithSupra Posted November 26, 2010 Author Share Posted November 26, 2010 I may give this a go... You can get the PAS pump off Ebay along with the ECU. Other bits and bobs such as the loom and sensors etc, can be picked up from a scrappy. May be a nice thing to do in the dark cold nights of the winter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pedrosixfour Posted November 26, 2010 Share Posted November 26, 2010 May be a nice thing to do in the dark cold nights of the winter. Winter projects, so much easier in the relative warmth of the summer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk Posted November 26, 2010 Share Posted November 26, 2010 Winter projects, so much easier in the relative warmth of the summer. Yes ofcourse the time of the year when you want to be DRIVING your car. Good call D! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pedrosixfour Posted November 26, 2010 Share Posted November 26, 2010 Yes ofcourse the time of the year when you want to be DRIVING your car. Good call D! I know there is a trade off but I find a week in the summer is worth about a month in the winter. Maybe that is just me and my TOTAL lack of enthusiasm at this very moment for what lies ahead of me! But your arguement doesn't hold much water with me anyway, I'll be out on track come January in the frost and ice, it was great fun last year! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westcoaster Posted November 26, 2010 Share Posted November 26, 2010 Why bother when the Supra has such great steering 'feel' and the electric systems feel so dead? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David P Posted November 26, 2010 Share Posted November 26, 2010 (edited) Richard, I was originally planning to do this as part of my build, but have so much to do, this will never get included. I have an MR2 electric power steering pump, loom, etc. and a new 180amp alternator with 7MGTE bracket. If you want almost everything you would need to go electric, contact me, I will accept a sensible offer. Edited November 26, 2010 by David P (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David P Posted November 30, 2010 Share Posted November 30, 2010 (edited) Did the cold reality of my labour saving offer transforming prattle into a project reality make you swoon with appreciation? Or are you just lacking the courtesy to respond with a thanks but no thanks, I was merely prattling? Edited November 30, 2010 by David P (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManwithSupra Posted November 30, 2010 Author Share Posted November 30, 2010 (edited) Did the cold reality of my labour saving offer to transform prattle into a project reality make you swoon with appreciation? Or are you just lacking the courtesy to respond with a thanks but no thanks, I was merely prattling? Excuse me! Some people are busy mate, and dont always look at every single thread they have either started or commented on. If you wanted me to see you offer within 4 days then you could of PM'd me notifying me of it. There no need to get funny with me as i didnt respond to a comment you posted only 4 days ago! Rich Oh before i forget .... thank you for your offer but no thanks. Edited November 30, 2010 by ManwithSupra (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David P Posted November 30, 2010 Share Posted November 30, 2010 (edited) 11 minutes ! That'll be the second option then Edited November 30, 2010 by David P (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManwithSupra Posted November 30, 2010 Author Share Posted November 30, 2010 (edited) 11 minutes ! That'll be the second option then I only remembered this post as i saw it pop up on the main forum page because you posted today. So thought i would have take a look, i didnt even know you had posted an offer to me as i had not checked. After reading the thread I was going to respond to your offer with an offer, however when i got to your follow up comment that you posted today i felt it was pretty rude IMO so you can keep it. I am not sure what your issue is really, stating the above (quoted) is just childish and pathetic. Edited November 30, 2010 by ManwithSupra (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David P Posted November 30, 2010 Share Posted November 30, 2010 Like you, I am automatically subscribed to this thread. I will follow your electronic power steering conversion with great interest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobSheffield Posted November 30, 2010 Share Posted November 30, 2010 LOL! That is all >.> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purity14 Posted November 30, 2010 Share Posted November 30, 2010 Now now girls. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrispot Posted December 1, 2010 Share Posted December 1, 2010 just a thought, the supras have a power steering solenoid that controls the pressure in the steering rack, so as to reduce power steering effort at higher speeds, there must be a way of altering the signal from the ecu to the solenoid to change the feel at what speed you want?. or alter the speed signal to the steering ecu will do the same? regards Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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