Powersteering going bad or what?
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Drifting
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From: crystalriver Florida
Powersteering going bad or what?
I got my 383 back from the shop few weeks back and it runs great/very fast!! But I just started noticing that when I'm turning there is a weird grinding/vibrating feeling/noise. I haven't checked the power fluid yet, but any suggestions. I know nothing about this area, nor how it works. My car is an 85
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Originally Posted by AGENT 86
I'll put money (10 cents) on low fluid 
If you havent noticed any leaks (and Im sure you've been looking for them with the new engine in) then chances are you need fluid...
Now go look in the reservoir!
Last edited by ElisTwoCents; Oct 22, 2005 at 08:25 PM.
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Id take a look at the rack if it hasnt been replaced.They ALL go out from 84 to somewhere around 88?Does the steering get heavy at times or when its cold?
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Grinding tells me there may be another problem if the fluid level is full. I hope you havent got a pump problem.
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Originally Posted by Z51JEFF
Id take a look at the rack if it hasnt been replaced.They ALL go out from 84 to somewhere around 88?Does the steering get heavy at times or when its cold?
My Lincoln, which I put high mileage on and lost power steering components frequently, hasn't lost one part since I started using a filter. I change it once a year.
I am using an in-line transmission fluid filter that is normally used on a Honda on all three cars.
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Drifting
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From: crystalriver Florida
you guys are right, was Very low fluid and that fixed the problem. I just couldn't figure out why the fluid went low like that real quick, maybe the shop drained some out during the engine building or install. thanks for the advise
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