just looking for any helpful info from anyone else who has replaced their own rack... i have it unbolted from the subframe but cant figure out what size the nuts are on the pressure lines from the pump. anybody know? also, any time saving tips would be greatly appreciated. thanks, guys!

 

Check out the below...I hope it helps
Rack and pinion job - Monte Carlo Forum - Monte Carlo Enthusiast ...

 

• Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions Section.
• Remove or disconnect the following:
  CAUTION
  Failure to disconnect the intermediate shaft from the rack and pinion stub shaft may result in damage to the steering gear. This damage may cause a loss of steering control and may cause personal injury.
  
  
  
  NOTE
  Set the steering shaft so that the block tooth on the upper steering shaft is at the 12 o'clock position. The wheels should be straight ahead. Set the ignition key lock to the LOCK position. Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the SIR coil assembly.
  
  
  
  
  
  Negative battery cable
  
  Front wheels
  
  
• Remove or disconnect the following:
  
  
  Intermediate steering shaft lower pinch bolt from the steering gear stub shaft
  
  Intermediate steering shaft
  
  Both tie rod ends from the steering knuckles
  
  
• Support the frame at the center rear.
  NOTE
  DO NOT lower the frame too far. Engine components near the firewall may be damaged.
  
  
• Remove or disconnect the following:
  
  
  Frame bolts from the rear of the frame. Lower the frame slightly
  
  Power steering pressure line from the steering gear
  
  Power steering return hose
  
  Magnasteer Variable Assist electrical connector from the power steering gear assembly, if equipped
  
  Steering gear mounting bolts
  
  Power steering gear through the left wheel opening
  
  
  
  
  Fig. Common rack and pinion steering gear mounting
  
  
  
  

To install:

• Install or connect the following:
  
  
  Power steering gear through the left wheel opening
  
  Mounting bolts and torque them to 66 ft. lbs. (90 Nm)
  
  Magnasteer Variable Assist electrical connector to the power steering gear assembly, if equipped
  
  Power steering lines with new O-rings to the steering gear. Torque the fasteners to 20 ft. lbs. (27 Nm).
  
  Power steering return hose
  
  
• Raise the rear frame to its original position.
• Install or connect the following:
  
  
  New rear frame bolts and torque them to 133 ft. lbs. (180 Nm) on all models except Impala and Monte Carlo models. On Impala and Monte Carlo models, align the frame to the body by inserting two 19 x 203 mm (0.74 x 8.0 in) pins in the alignment holes on the right side of the frame. Tighten the front bolts to 118 ft. lbs. (160 Nm) and the rear bolts to 122 ft. lbs. (165 Nm)
  
  Tie rod ends to the steering knuckles and torque the nuts to 22 ft. lbs. (30 Nm)
  
  Intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear stub shaft and torque the lower pinch bolt to 35 ft. lbs. (48 Nm)
  
  Front wheels
  
  Negative battery cable
  
  
• Fill and bleed the power steering system.
• Start the vehicle and check for leaks, repair if necessary.
• Check the front end alignment and adjust as needed.

 

Thanks guys. I got it out before I saw these replies. 18mm bolts on the rack and 18mm nuts on the pressure lines (easier to get at with a flared wrench once you drop the cradle a little bit. Now I just have to get the new one in and put it all back together.

 

Good Luck Timmy...Let us know how it went ? Don't 4-get to get it aligned when completed