27 replies to this topic

[pickuptruck1994]

just trying to find out some information about the conversion as i have been speaking to someone who has done it and thinks its amazing so i am now thinking about
has any one done it??? whats it like???
was it hard????
basically im trying to find out as much as information as i can
cheers
jordan
hope you can help

[jonny d]

why would you want to do that most of the pleasure of driving the mini is the direct feel from hands to wheels the rack makes you feel more like a driver?

[mab01uk]

Try this link below for details on using the Vauxhall Corsa EPS Column in a Mini

FAQ - Mini Electric Power Steering:
https://www.16vminic...-power-steering

(Despite what some say it is possible to have good 'sporty' power steering with plenty of 'feel' in some modern cars..........for instance read any road test of a new MINI and the direct 'go kart' feel steering is praised for its feedback. Rover designed the original Electro-Hydraulic ps system with the distinctive whine as fitted to all R50/53 Mk1 MINI's and BMW later replaced it with a fully electric ps column for the R56 Mk2 MINI, once the fully electric power steering technology had improved).

Edited by mab01uk, 02 April 2024 - 09:23 AM.

[R1minimagic]

I never knew Corsa's had power steering!

[ANON]

watch out the luddites will be along with their ring leader soon to stone you

[mab01uk]

I never knew Corsa's had power steering!

I doubt any modern car could be sold without power steering today (or air conditioning) !

[R1minimagic]

Lol, well they are girls cars so i guess they need it!!

[mab01uk]

watch out the luddites will be along with their ring leader soon to stone you

There were quite a few last time......
http://www.theminiforum.co.uk/forums/topic/225536-power-steering/

[R1minimagic]

I don't see anything wrong with power steering at low speed on a Mini and then turn it off when you get above say 20mph....

[Alex_B]

Dumbells from ebay are cheaper and ze ladies luvv it!

but there are a few threads on here about people who have done the conversion, its not all that easy and a lot will need to be fabricated yourself but if its what you want then go for it you will have to buy the system and work from there :)

[Wil_h]

I can think of a few good reasons to have PS, Large power, Large wheels and LSD spring to mind.

I considered it for a long time on my hillclimber, but decided the gains were not worth the extra weight, but If I had to dirve my car for longer distances, race or rally, it would be an advantage.

As I drive a mini everyday, I think it would be a nice addition, but I'm a traditionalist, so stick with the direct connection.

[charie t]

I don't see anything wrong with power steering at low speed on a Mini and then turn it off when you get above say 20mph....

The corsa system is speed sensitive anyway, its still a direct system but is assisted by the motor

[camp freddy]

my Fiat 500 courtesy car has power steering and town power steering to aid slow speed manouverability LOL ....

Edited by camp freddy, 20 October 2012 - 01:31 PM.

[A362 TTU]

WOW! first power steering thread i have seen that hasnt descended into mindless bashing.!.

Why dont you see if you can have a go at driving the mini with PS to see if you like it?

[Mini_Magic]

why would you want to do that most of the pleasure of driving the mini is the direct feel from hands to wheels the rack makes you feel more like a driver?

How is that helpful? If someone wants to fit power steering to their Mini then they can. Perhaps they have a medical condition or just don't want to have achey arms every time they park.