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Subject:power steering leak
From:Robert Ueltzen
Date:Fri, 5 Nov 2010 11:46:10 -0700

I have a 1987 with a Tiico conversion, but am using the original style
Vanagon power steering pump.  I have just replaced the power steering
pump and the output/pressure hose from the pump.  I have now replaced
the two washers/seals on the banjo fitting twice and the fluid
continues to leak at the seals.  These are new seals purchased from
Van Cafe; they are the right seals.  There are two sizes in the set;
the larger fit on the fitting for the suction hose, the smaller fit
the pressure hose banjo fitting.  I think that is right.  I have
torqued the fitting bolt to the 29 ft-lb. specified in my Bentley.  I
examined the surfaces on the banjo, the bolt, and the pump where the
seals seat and they look good.

And it continues to leak.  Not a lot, but I wouldn't dare a trip of 50
miles without a quart of fluid in the Van just in case.  I am using
Amsoil ATF for the fluid if that makes a difference.

Any ideas?

rob

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