Does all mk5 power steering racks fit?

[larstore]

I need a new power steering rack for my 1998 transit pickup.

1. WIll all mk5 steering racks fit? Both power and non power steering?
2. Anyone known when power steering was introduced?
3. Will the power steering version always have the pipes on the outside, and the non-pas not?

[Keef]

1] All power steering racks from 1986 to 2000 will fit yours but the track rod ends were different on the early ones. The non power steering racks will also fit but not if you want power steering!

2] Power steering rack was first used on 1986 SWB.

3] yes

[larstore]

1] All power steering racks from 1986 to 2000 will fit yours but the track rod ends were different on the early ones. The non power steering racks will also fit but not if you want power steering!

2] Power steering rack was first used on 1986 SWB.

3] yes

Thanks! In other words i can use any rack after 1986 with pipes on the outside since i was planning to transfer my tie rods+ ends anyway