I have had the opposite experience.
At $275 for a rebuilt, they have not lasted and some have made noise immediately.
I've had similar experience starter rebuilds as well.
I source good used�PS pumps for around $100 shipped.
I have a few, if it doesn't work for you I'll replace it.

dylan

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From: John Rodgers <inua@CHARTER.NET>
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Sent: Thursday, April 9, 2009 9:46:01 AM
Subject: Re: Looking for a good used Powersteering Pump for my 88 Wolfsburg

Robert,

Why match a used pump with a new (rebuilt) engine?

I had my PS pump go out, and have been the rounds with� four used pumps
since. All either didn't work or crapped out just shortly after
installation. I'm done with used pumps. Next pump is a remanufactured
one from one of our list vendors.

In my experience, I don't recommend used PS Pumps. They are a PITA.

Regards,

John Rodgers
88 GL Driver

Robert Stewart wrote:
> Anyone have a good Powersteering Pump?
>
> Mine started to leak and need to get another before the rebuild of my
> engine is done.
>
> Pmail me with what you have please.
>
> Thanks.
>
> Robert
> NY
>
>