it's like a used transmission .
you don't 'really' know the status of it.
the only two choices are take it apart for inspection ,
or put it in the van and try it out.

it's not 'too big' a risk...
worst that can happen is you spent time installing it to find out it's not
that great.
One used rack I paid something like $ 125 for ...
no apparent leaks, the seller said it was ok..
a year or two later I install it ,
doesn't leak, but it's a tiny bit stiff on center .....there is a tiny bit
of drag in it.
Drivable, but  when I hop into that van from another power steering car ..
I can tell it's not perfect.
I don't regret buying it though.

Scott
www.turbovans.com

my goodness is it mild for a Fridae !
( thank goodness )

----- Original Message -----
From: "Bill Shawley" <easywind1975@HOTMAIL.COM>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Friday, April 23, 2010 1:07 PM
Subject: Used Power Steering Rack good/bad idea

Just wondering, if you came across a dry rack with no evidence of leakage
would it be worthwhile or a waste of time and asking for problems.  Mine
leaks bad and I'm not really thrilled with putting a lot more money in it
this year but the steering is a bitch right now!

Ryan

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