Leaking power steering pump
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Racer
Joined: Jun 2007
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From: Delray Beach FL
Leaking power steering pump
The pump on my 70 is leaking. It was rebuilt about 4 years ago and I found a puddle under the car. How big of a pain is it the reseal the pump and what tools are needed?
Thanks in advance
Marty
Thanks in advance
Marty
Burning Brakes
Joined: Dec 2005
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From: Baldwinsville, NY
http://www.corvette-restoration.com/...mp_rebuild.htm
Start with this link and get a seal kit from NAPA or Autozone. Getting the hoses and pump out of the car are as much work as rebuilding the pump.
If you like doing that stuff, it makes for a fun Saturday. You will need a Power Steering Pump Pulley Puller that you can rent from an Auto Parts Store.
Start with this link and get a seal kit from NAPA or Autozone. Getting the hoses and pump out of the car are as much work as rebuilding the pump.
If you like doing that stuff, it makes for a fun Saturday. You will need a Power Steering Pump Pulley Puller that you can rent from an Auto Parts Store.
Last edited by mikep3; Feb 9, 2011 at 04:09 PM. Reason: Forgot Puller
Melting Slicks
Joined: Sep 2004
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From: Northeast
I had a power steering puddle under my car and when I finally got under there to look it was only the hose which split, it attaches to the back of the reservoir.
$22 & 1/2 hour on my back and problem solved. Perhaps recently having it rebuilt the hose clamp needs to be tightened, or a split.
Hoping for the easiest.
$22 & 1/2 hour on my back and problem solved. Perhaps recently having it rebuilt the hose clamp needs to be tightened, or a split.
Hoping for the easiest.
