Mine no longer leaks either (cross my fingers) and I went from PS fluid to ATF D4 by redline...
>From: Bill Marshall <Willolyn99@AOL.COM> > >I made the mistake of using power steering fluid in my '85, and it started >leaking like crazy. I have since replaced it with ATF that has a sealant >in >it (for older cars), and the leak has stopped. I am left wondering if the >specific chemical makeup of the rubber seals reacts to/with the ATF to stay >soft and fluffy. > >It pays to pay attention. > >Bill Marshall >85 GL Tiico "Pandora's Box" >Aurora, IL
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