Larryjc Posted June 19, 2019 Report Share Posted June 19, 2019 (edited) I bought my current TR7V8 last year and after a few years doing other things was particularly surprised at how heavy the steering was. Maybe its age and being used to modern cars but it was really bad particularly when parking and at low speed. As I am hillclimbing the car, hairpins have been a real pain - just getting the lock on and off. I put roller top bearings in and gave the whole system some TLC with the grease gun but it made little difference. I started to look for power steering and found the old hydraulic system to be just about impossible to source. I then looked at electric systems and found two. I plumped for a system from a company called 'Easy Steer' it only cost £550 which was by far the best value. I've just fitted it - took me about 4 hours. All you have to do is remove the old column and replace it with the new one which has the motor attached. There is also a control box and a variable sensitivity control knob. It a bit of a fight to get it under the dash as there is a lot of wiring in the way and the tube for the air vent but it does fit. The wiring is straightforward only needing a good main 12v supply, earth and switched 12v supply. I've just taken it out for a drive and the car is completely transformed. Frankly, it's the best money I've spent on the car so far and that's including all the money I haven't told my wife about!! If anyone wants to know more just ask or PM me. Larry Edited June 19, 2019 by Larryjc Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Allan Westbury Posted August 21, 2019 Report Share Posted August 21, 2019 Hi Larry, I have just fitted the same system to my 7 and after a few teething problems it is now working fine. I agree with your comments re the wiring & heater ducting, it was a bit of a pig but I got there! You are correct in that it transforms the car. I used to really struggle with parking but it is now a doddle. I started with the sensitivity set to maximum but have now found about 70%-80% a good level for regular driving. One warning to others - my car blew three of the black control boxes which Easysteer said was due to my brand new atp alternator. I eventually I fitted a £20 12v regulator from Amazon which sorted the problem. I am planning to write an article for TR Action - if I get round to it! If anyone wants details of the regulator then pp me. cheers, Allan Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mike JOnes Posted August 31, 2019 Report Share Posted August 31, 2019 I am also interested in electric powered steering for my TR6. I understand that a Corsa B or C system works, but I have also heard that the MGF system works and can take impulses off the speedo cable. I would be interested to hear if anyone has undertaken this conversion, or any feedback in the subject. I have read elsewhere about people asking why anyone would want to do this.......well that is a separate issue! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Andy Moltu Posted September 11, 2019 Report Share Posted September 11, 2019 This thread is likely to resurrect the "Hairdressers' car" comments. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaveR Posted September 13, 2019 Report Share Posted September 13, 2019 Looking at the boarder picture as we are all getting older the addition of power steering must be a positive thing as it will enable people to still drive the cars who may have otherwise given up. Dave Quote Link to post Share on other sites
modelbuilder Posted September 20, 2019 Report Share Posted September 20, 2019 (edited) Hi, I have just taken delivery of another 7 V8, the first was bl***y hard to manoeuvre at low speed. Besides, my wife, also 76, wouldn’t drive it all. The new one has been fitted with EPS and what a difference. I’m not sure but it’s probably the Corsa mod. I would say for the elderly and bewildered like me who just can’t live without their TR it’s a good investment. With the aid of a bolster cushion and a flashing yellow light, she should be able to drive this one. Strange is it not that in the 60s when I was young, I never even noticed the heavy steering on my 1954 TR2. Age does strange things to you! Rodders. Edited September 22, 2019 by modelbuilder Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Emrys Parry Posted October 3, 2019 Report Share Posted October 3, 2019 On 8/21/2019 at 8:05 AM, Allan Westbury said: Hi Larry, I have just fitted the same system to my 7 and after a few teething problems it is now working fine. I agree with your comments re the wiring & heater ducting, it was a bit of a pig but I got there! You are correct in that it transforms the car. I used to really struggle with parking but it is now a doddle. I started with the sensitivity set to maximum but have now found about 70%-80% a good level for regular driving. One warning to others - my car blew three of the black control boxes which Easysteer said was due to my brand new atp alternator. I eventually I fitted a £20 12v regulator from Amazon which sorted the problem. I am planning to write an article for TR Action - if I get round to it! If anyone wants details of the regulator then pp me. cheers, Allan Hi Allan, I am new to TR's, and also the Register. I have recently bought a 1982registered TR7 which I am currently 'reviving' . Obviously I also find the steering heavy, especially when manoeuvring in tight spaces. I am considering fitting power steering so your record of the procedure and any advice would be most welcome. Thanks Emrys Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Z320 Posted October 4, 2019 Report Share Posted October 4, 2019 If you own a lathe you can modify an EPS from a Renault Clio 2 for less than about 150 Euro for your TR. I did that for my TR4A, this should also be possible for a TR7. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Allan Westbury Posted October 8, 2019 Report Share Posted October 8, 2019 Hi Emrys, pm me where abouts you are, we could always meet up. the difference to the car is amazing. i will try to make a record of exactly what i did. It was fiddly rather than difficult. cheers, allan Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Allan Westbury Posted October 8, 2019 Report Share Posted October 8, 2019 Hi Z320, Unfortunately I don't have a lathe! The good thing about the Easysteer option is that you are basically just changing the steering column for the one they supply which is a TR7 column with the motor mount welded in. You then return your column to them for a £100 refund. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Z320 Posted October 8, 2019 Report Share Posted October 8, 2019 (edited) 550 GBP for the "Easy Steer" - 100 GBP refund is an amazing offer! Not worth to DIY. Edited October 8, 2019 by Z320 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Z320 Posted October 8, 2019 Report Share Posted October 8, 2019 (edited) Just found their website, they use the Renault Clio 2 unit and the Bruno Steering controler as I did. 550 GBP is the price + 40 - 65 GBP for the controller? The refund you get, but has been charged on top of the 550 GBP before? If my english is good enough to understand. Anyway a good price. Edited October 8, 2019 by Z320 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Allan Westbury Posted November 11, 2019 Report Share Posted November 11, 2019 Sorry for the delay, I have just seen this. I paid £520 plus £100 deposit which was returned when I set them the old steering column. I had a problem with the small black control module which they replaced free the first time but I paid £40 replacement the second time. I think my alternator was overcharging. I have now protected the module with a voltage regulator from Amazon & it has been working perfectly for the last 3 months. thanks, Allan Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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