steering rack gaiter

[stevep1]

daft question probably but cant find for the life of me

where the steering rack goes through each inner wing it seem like there could be a gaiter or rubber? anyone know what this is called??

seems like every nova bay Ive seen don't have it though......

[conza123]

You on about something to clip in all the holes etc?

[Iain]

I've seen something like that, but only in pictures/parts diagrams. It's like a rubber mudflap that shields the engine bay from dirt where the steering arm comes out.

I imagine it's for dusty or different climates to ours though.

I imagine it'll be nigh on impossible to find one, so it'll be a case of making something if you want something there.

[stevep1]

yeh that's the one that I am on about, it would make sense to have one fitted even just to prevent less water and spray going in

[Iain]

Having used my Nova in anger in all weathers for the last number of years, I can honestly say I don't think it's necessary. However if you'd prefer it then get some mudflap material and make something.

[paul james]

I know I've seen it fitted on another Vauxhall, perhaps an Astra? But I can't recall ever seeing them fitted to a Nova. I guess its something they put in the shell design then decided not to fit the rubber flaps to save money, it might have only been a few pence saving but back when they first came out you were lucky to get a radio, clock and both wing mirrors!

[mk1nova_rich]

I have seen some made out of 4mm mudflap material on rally cars but tbh they would look shite on anything else

[Andy]

Proper pointless.I use mine on mud ovals and iv never thought it would benefit.Aslong as your boots are tight and complete nothing will get in or out.