I think that there will actually be a difference in the make-up between the non PAS and PAS racks, ie, the teeth close together at each end of the rack to aid parking. If i remove my PAS i won't still be using the PAS rack, i'll source a non PAS rack or look into an electric rack. As i am not totally convinced that the braided loop will keep the PAS rack lubricated enough since the pump has been removed from the system. And running a car without PAS is perfectly safe aslong as its not been pikeyd together.