Recent Samba thread, or new entry in existing thread, and I believe RTV sealant was recommended. 

Stephen

Mobile

> On Nov 29, 2018, at 4:27 PM, email99@nc.rr.com <email99@NC.RR.COM> wrote:
> 
> Well, it's happened again.  Just like clockwork.  Another 7 years and
> the power steering rack leaks again.  When I replaced it in 1997 it had
> a lifetime warranty but today I am reminded that "lifetime" means the
> lifetime of the business that sold it and not the lifetime of Vanagon
> ownership.
> 
> It's leaking from the two-bolt plate that controls the spring that puts
> axial force on the steering pinion shaft.  Has anyone had any success in
> sealing this plate?
> 
> Thanks.
> 
> Ed