Power Steering Valve
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Racer
Joined: Oct 2006
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From: Buffalo New York
Power Steering Valve
I just got my control valve rebuild kit. For some reason, the kit does not include the 1 gasket that the valve uses. I can't find one anywhere. Should I use RTV sealer where the gasket should be? The valve came apart easy, and seems straight-forward to put back together. Any other tips?
Racer
Joined: Feb 2007
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From: Williamsburg VA
http://jimshea.corvettefaq.com/
Jim Shea's papers are a MUST read when doing any steering related rebuilds. He has tips and details that the service manual, etc. don't.
Jim Shea's papers are a MUST read when doing any steering related rebuilds. He has tips and details that the service manual, etc. don't.
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Racer
Joined: Oct 2006
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From: Buffalo New York
I figured it out. It's called a gasket, but it's metal. It fits over the annulus spacer between the two main sections. Bubba had rebuilt it, and there was red RTV everywhere. I rebuilt it without any gasket cement. If it still leaks, time for a new one!
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Racer
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 396
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From: Buffalo New York
http://jimshea.corvettefaq.com/
Jim Shea's papers are a MUST read when doing any steering related rebuilds. He has tips and details that the service manual, etc. don't.
Jim Shea's papers are a MUST read when doing any steering related rebuilds. He has tips and details that the service manual, etc. don't.
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From: Clayton NC
Here's a little thread I wrote when I did mine not to long ago that helps fill some gaps in the papers found out there on the web.. 
Dave
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...ighlight=power
Dave
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...ighlight=power
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Instructor
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From: Henrietta New York
Rebuilding my 81 valve now. Is it me or does the rebuild instructions and my 81 manual miss showing the large washer installed before the annulus seal is installed? If I have it right, annulus spacer, then large washer, then seal (lip up), then spring retainer then spring etc.
Correct?
Correct?
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When you get your valve rebuilt, don't over grease it. A few shots is sufficient. A rebuilder of these told me a long time ago that that is why most leaks start as to much grease will move seals around. He also said to have the engine running when greasing it. 
