So it appears I'm not alone with a leaky power steering rack this summer, maybe I never paid attention to the posts before but it sure seems like a lot folks are having issues this year.  Anyways.....  got a used unit for a good price I'm going to install (worst case scenarior I have a core sitting in my garage if replacement is necessary sooner than alter).  I also plan to replace upper ball joints (ripped boots, tight joint so far), and the tie rod ends (ripped rubber), I already have new rack bushings and power steering pump filter.  I plan flush the hell out of the system and used rack.

 

I really have no complaints with my front end, everything seems tight, brakes are fresh, calipers new, brake fluid flushed.  

 

Is there anything I should take care of while I have things tore up in the front?  Any other bushings I might wanna knock out while I'm in there?  I understand I'll need an alignment when I'm finished up.  Can any shop do this or should I call ahead and warn them I have a Vanagon?

 

Thanks for your continued input, basically you all are my e-mechanics!

 

Ryan

 

Ooh I'm getting my driveway paved this week, no more rolling in gravel!
                                          
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