I would stick to the system as designed to use the ATF. You KNOW that
works. I have found that techies that promote a product often give out
bad information. They are interested in selling a product, not keeping
your old van alive.

John

John Meeks wrote:
> Thanks John. When I replaced my steering rack last year, I refilled
> the system with Dextron ATF. This is why I'm being cautious here.
> Don't want to buy a new rack!!
>
> I emailed the tech department of the company with the compatibility
> question and will let the list know what they have to say.  jm
>
> On Dec 12, 2007 10:13 PM, John Rodgers <inua@charter.net> wrote:
>
>> Snake Oil.
>>
>> The Vanagon PS system uses ATF (automatic transmission fluid) Dextron
>> II. Not Power Steering Fluid. If your pump is moaning and groaning on a
>> cold start, the pump is in the first stages of giving up the ghost. If
>> you have put Power Steering Fluid in it, save yourself a hassle and go
>> ahead and get the new pump. Also, expect to replace some seals in the
>> system as well - automotive power steering fluid will cause you seals to
>> leak and other bad things to happen.
>>
>> Regards,
>>
>> John Rodgers
>> 88 GL Driver
>>
>>
>> John Meeks wrote:
>>
>>> I'm looking at a bottle of ATP power steering protectant AT-213, a
>>> synthetic blend that's supposed to "Eliminate whines and noise in
>>> Power Steering Systems" and "Lubricates and protects Racks and Pumps.
>>> Snake Oil??
>>>
>>> Anyone tried this? I'd really like some feedback before I try it on my
>>> noisy when cold PS pump.
>>>
>>> --
>>> John Meeks
>>>
>>> '91 Multivan, '85 GL bits
>>> Northern Michigan
>>> KC8ZFN
>>>
>>> Vanagon Rescue Squad
>>> http://www.vanagonauts.com/Vanagon_Rescue_Squad74.htm
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
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