CV joint(s)?  Wheel bearings?  Jack it up and check it out.  Maybe even the
throw-out bearing?

Steven
91 Westy

On Mon, Nov 12, 2018 at 11:00 AM Eric Caron <eric.caron@icloud.com> wrote:

> Hi folks,
>
> MOre info on my power steering question.
>
> Today in the light I found my helper was wrong.  The reservoir was full.
> The grinding noise seems to be coming from the rear of the bus.  It only
> happens when the wheel is moved.
>
> What would make such a noise in the rear of the bus?
>
> Also, where does the power steering filter go?  I have a new one and I
> thought it just sat in the reservoir under the cap, but there was nothing
> in there but a spring like thing in center.
>
> tips and suggestions for what is going onare greatly appreciated.
>
> It is a very loud grinding sound.
>
> Eric
>
>
> On Nov 11, 2018, at 18:54, Jack R <jack007@COMCAST.NET> wrote:
>
> Eric,
>
> If you are low on fluid, you likely have a system leak.  The old lines are
> subject to rusting and leading, if the leak is a seal in the rack...
> there's hope!
> By the way, never put in regular power steering fluid.  As you listed
> below, Dexron/Mercron ATF fluid, is the correct fit.  No major difference
> in my opinion between regular and synthetic.
>
> I replaced my rack on my 84 about 10 years ago, 2 years ago, it started
> leaking again.  I added the Lucas stuff, with great success!
> https://lucasoil.com/products/problem-solvers-utility/lucas-power-steering-stop-leak
>
> Probably a good idea to flush the system, look at replacing the lines with
> these https://www.busdepot.com/251498100 (if yours are shot, like most).
>
> My guess is that it isn't a loose belt.  Link to video on how to tighten
> belts. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-fsIhY3jEJc
>
> Good luck!
>
> Jack R.
> 84 Westy
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf
> Of Eric Caron
> Sent: Sunday, November 11, 2018 3:40 PM
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Subject: Power Steering help request
>
> Hi folks,
>
> Today I started the van and heard a noise I have not heard before.  It
> increased and changed with the turning of the steering wheel.  Loud and
> almost growl like.
>
> I checked and the power steering belt is intact but more loose then I
> would think is right.  Alternator belt also pretty loose.
>
> Power steering fluid looks to be below min in the rear bottle.
>
> Can someone tell me if the Dextron IV Synthetic AT flid I have is correct
> for the power steering?
>
> Also, the procedure for tightening the power steering belt.  I’ve done the
> alternator one before.
>
> And, any thoughts on what the loud sound connected to the power steering
> indicates and what I might be in for?
>
> Can adding fluid directly to the rear bottle fill the system from a small
> leak or is there more I need to do?
>
> tips and info are greatly appreciated.
>
> Eric
>
> 85 GL Auto =
>