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Subject:Help - Leaky Power Steering Rack
From:Kelly Bauman
Date:Thu, 14 May 1998 09:43:42 -0700

I knew my luck wouldn't hold forever.  My SO reported a puddle of something
under our '91 Westy.  I thought it might be coolant from the rad or a hose
but it was clearly power steering fluid from the rack.

First thing I did was check the archives.  Second thing I did was cry over
the upcoming expense.  My understanding of the situation after reading the
archives is that:
1. PS Racks are usually too costly to repair.
2. Rebuilt racks seem to work good as new.
3. Keep the fluid topped off until the repair is done.

I will visit my mechanic in a week or so.  I am appealing to all listees
with experience on this repair to send me your advice and recommendations.
Feel free to P-Mail me if you don't think it will be of interest to the
list.  Ron, Kyle and Jim, please feel free to quote any prices.

Finally, anyone know of a local source of rebuilt racks in Greater Vancouver?

TIA

Kelly Bauman
Delta, BC
'91 Westy

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