It's inside the tank. I couldn't find one in a hurry, so I just rinsed mine
several times in solvent, then dried it over night. Just to be sure, I dunked it
in ATF a few times to flush out any solvent, then reinstalled. A *lot* of black
stuff comes out when you rinse them!

On 25 Jan 2005 at 21:24, AAG - Larry Word <word_aag@COMCAST.NET> wrote:

> RE:        Additionally, you should replace the PS filter (431 422 385A)  -
> $8.14
>
> Is this a part (PS Filter) that can be "serviced" or is it internal to the
> rack system.  I've replaced my
> rack but know nothing of this PS filter.
>
> Larry
> 1985 Vanagon
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Jim Felder" <felder@KNOLOGY.NET>
> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
> Sent: Tuesday, January 25, 2005 6:51 PM
> Subject: Re: Power Steering Woes (longish)
>
>
> > And be reminded that you might want to get one of those big old
> > steering wheels to replace the smaller one that came with the PS setup.
> >
> > Jim
> >
> > On Jan 25, 2005, at 5:40 PM, Jeffrey Schwaia wrote:
> >
> > > The power steering racks are not difficult to rebuild, however, you
> > > will
> > > need to buy or build some special tools to do the job properly.  If you
> > > decide to do the rebuild yourself, here's a list of parts you may need:
> > >
> > > 251 498 020, Steering Rack Seal Kit  -  $81.75
> > > 251 419 081, Steering Rack Bushing (4 required)  -  $2.65/each
> > > 251 419 831A, Steering Rack Boot (2 required)  -  $8.85
> > >
> > > Additionally, you should replace the PS filter (431 422 385A)  -  $8.14
> > >
> > > Rebuilt PS racks sell for $225/exchange ($100 core deposit) so it may
> > > not be
> > > worth your time and effort to perform the rebuild yourself.
> > >
> > > If you change over to a manual steering rack, you may want to replace
> > > the
> > > steering knuckles as well since the arm where the tie rod attaches is
> > > longer
> > > on the manual steering vans.  It'll work with your current knuckles,
> > > but it
> > > will take more effort to turn the wheel.
> > >
> > > A good used manual rack sells for $90/outright, plus shipping.
> > >
> > > Good luck.
> > >
> > > Cheers,
> > >
> > > Jeff
> > > www.vanagonparts.com
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > -----Original Message-----
> > > From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM]On Behalf
> > > Of Barry Muller
> > > Sent: Tuesday, January 25, 2005 1:36 PM
> > > To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> > > Subject: Power Steering Woes (longish)
> > >
> > >
> > > OK The data:
> > >
> > > 1991 Carat, two years ago the stealership installed a rebuilt power
> > > steering rack (PSR) (and all the lines because the we were rusted to
> > > the
> > > rack) for mucho dinero.  They warned me to use VW Powersteering fluid.
> > > The manual sez Dexron ATF.
> > >
> > > First signs of trouble
> > >
> > > Whilst replacing the radiator I noticed the boots on the PSR had never
> > > been installed with hose clamps and were. of course hanging uselessly
> > > on
> > > the tie-rods.  I attached them to the rack and hoped for the best.
> > >
> > > Today
> > >
> > > Well of course the 18 mos of grit that was packed agains the seals
> > > began
> > > its dirty work and now I have an increasing leak-rate.  I have added
> > > Dexron III, because, of course, they don't sell just Dexron anymore.
> > > Now I also see leaks from the back near the pump too.
> > >
> > > Question 1(a & b):  Did I screw-up by putting dexron III in?  What are
> > > you using and what is your experience with leaks?
> > >
> > > Q2 (a & b): How bad is it to rebuild the rack with new seals?  Is it
> > > worth the time/hassle computation, or should I just chalk this up to
> > > another expensive lesson and buy a rebuild and install it?
> > >
> > > Q3 (a & B): Did they ever sell the Vanagon in NA with a manual rack?
> > > If
> > > so, has anyone done the transplant?
> > >
> > >
> > > Thanks from,
> > >
> > > "old greasy driveway"
> > >
> >
>

--
Shawn Wright
I.T. Manager
Shawnigan Lake School