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Old Feb 10, 2013 | 11:07 PM
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Today, I noticed very small leaks on the drive way. Leak spot is next to my left front tire, way away from the engine and power steering fluid chamber. So, I figure it's brake fluid. Went under the car saw where the brake fluid was leaking from and took a picture.

Can someone tell me if this is brake line distribution blocks? I've drew a red arrow pointing at it.

Thank you.

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Old Feb 10, 2013 | 11:25 PM
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You are pointing to the outboard end of your power steering control valve. The brake proportioning valve is located about 1 foot higher/above and mounted on top of your frame rail.
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Old Feb 10, 2013 | 11:25 PM
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That is the power steering control valve.
Here's how to fix it:
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Old Feb 10, 2013 | 11:33 PM
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It looks to me that the leak is the power steering control valve and the lines connected to it. Nothing to do with the brakes, IMHO.

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Wow.. Thank God for this forum and you all. I was totally on a WRONG diagnose and feeling better it's not the leak in the brakes.

Thanks to all for replies and for the video!!!

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Old Feb 11, 2013 | 12:44 PM
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Originally Posted by jackwabbit703
Hello folks,

Today, I noticed very small leaks on the drive way. Leak spot is next to my left front tire, way away from the engine and power steering fluid chamber. So, I figure it's brake fluid. Went under the car saw where the brake fluid was leaking from and took a picture.

Can someone tell me if this is brake line distribution blocks? I've drew a red arrow pointing at it.

Thank you.

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It's missing the end cap.
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Old Feb 11, 2013 | 03:34 PM
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Thanks for the information but can't find the that "cap" anywhere in the internet. I might as well buy he rebuilding kit instead

FOUND THE CAP:

http://www.parts123.com/parts123/yb....rt~A2~cadefibG

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Old Feb 11, 2013 | 10:14 PM
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Both have the cap.. Just ordered one the other day;

http://www.cssbinc.com/

https://www.paragoncorvette.com/


..shipping will cost you a couple bucks more then the part does. Combined should be around $10 or so.
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