Date:         Sun, 2 Sep 2001 05:16:16 +0200
Reply-To:     Jutta & Christian Knust <knust-net@GMX.NET>
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From:         Jutta & Christian Knust <knust-net@GMX.NET>
Subject:      Power Steering questions!
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Hi guys,
my 87 Westy's power steering fluid disappears without a trace, neither at
the pump, the hoses or the valve housing. According to Bentley, this looks like
a leak of the steering rack seal and "the leaking fluid is found inside
steering gear boot". Now - what is the steering gear boot??? I apologize for my
still limited command of the English language.

How can I make sure that this is the problem before I order a rebuilt rack
from Bus Depot or another dealer?

Will I have to have the weels realigned when I exchange the rack? Does it
make a difference if I keep or exchange the tie rods with the rack?

Does the rebuilt rack come with the valve housing or without? If it comes
without the valve housing or do I have to order additional parts like seals
etc.?

Thanks for your answers!
Have a great Labor Day weekend!
Regards
Chris
87 Westy

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