What is the difference between a “short” and a “long” rack?
A short rack is simply the rack and pinion assembly without inner or outer tie rods attached. A long rack has two interpretations in the industry: it could be a short rack with inner tie rods and boots attached, or it could include both the inner & outer tie rods and boots. The inner tie rods attach to the rack. The outer tie rods are connected to the inners by a thread rod or adjustment tube, with the outer connecting to the spindle.
