Date: Tue, 25 Jan 2005 21:24:51 -0500
Reply-To: AAG - Larry Word <word_aag@COMCAST.NET>
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From: AAG - Larry Word <word_aag@COMCAST.NET>
Subject: Re: Power Steering Woes (longish)
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RE: Additionally, you should replace the PS filter (431 422 385A) -
$8.14
Is this a part (PS Filter) that can be "serviced" or is it internal to the
rack system. I've replaced my
rack but know nothing of this PS filter.
Larry
1985 Vanagon
----- Original Message -----
From: "Jim Felder" <felder@KNOLOGY.NET>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Tuesday, January 25, 2005 6:51 PM
Subject: Re: Power Steering Woes (longish)
> And be reminded that you might want to get one of those big old
> steering wheels to replace the smaller one that came with the PS setup.
>
> Jim
>
> On Jan 25, 2005, at 5:40 PM, Jeffrey Schwaia wrote:
>
> > The power steering racks are not difficult to rebuild, however, you
> > will
> > need to buy or build some special tools to do the job properly. If you
> > decide to do the rebuild yourself, here's a list of parts you may need:
> >
> > 251 498 020, Steering Rack Seal Kit - $81.75
> > 251 419 081, Steering Rack Bushing (4 required) - $2.65/each
> > 251 419 831A, Steering Rack Boot (2 required) - $8.85
> >
> > Additionally, you should replace the PS filter (431 422 385A) - $8.14
> >
> > Rebuilt PS racks sell for $225/exchange ($100 core deposit) so it may
> > not be
> > worth your time and effort to perform the rebuild yourself.
> >
> > If you change over to a manual steering rack, you may want to replace
> > the
> > steering knuckles as well since the arm where the tie rod attaches is
> > longer
> > on the manual steering vans. It'll work with your current knuckles,
> > but it
> > will take more effort to turn the wheel.
> >
> > A good used manual rack sells for $90/outright, plus shipping.
> >
> > Good luck.
> >
> > Cheers,
> >
> > Jeff
> > www.vanagonparts.com
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM]On Behalf
> > Of Barry Muller
> > Sent: Tuesday, January 25, 2005 1:36 PM
> > To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> > Subject: Power Steering Woes (longish)
> >
> >
> > OK The data:
> >
> > 1991 Carat, two years ago the stealership installed a rebuilt power
> > steering rack (PSR) (and all the lines because the we were rusted to
> > the
> > rack) for mucho dinero. They warned me to use VW Powersteering fluid.
> > The manual sez Dexron ATF.
> >
> > First signs of trouble
> >
> > Whilst replacing the radiator I noticed the boots on the PSR had never
> > been installed with hose clamps and were. of course hanging uselessly
> > on
> > the tie-rods. I attached them to the rack and hoped for the best.
> >
> > Today
> >
> > Well of course the 18 mos of grit that was packed agains the seals
> > began
> > its dirty work and now I have an increasing leak-rate. I have added
> > Dexron III, because, of course, they don't sell just Dexron anymore.
> > Now I also see leaks from the back near the pump too.
> >
> > Question 1(a & b): Did I screw-up by putting dexron III in? What are
> > you using and what is your experience with leaks?
> >
> > Q2 (a & b): How bad is it to rebuild the rack with new seals? Is it
> > worth the time/hassle computation, or should I just chalk this up to
> > another expensive lesson and buy a rebuild and install it?
> >
> > Q3 (a & B): Did they ever sell the Vanagon in NA with a manual rack?
> > If
> > so, has anyone done the transplant?
> >
> >
> > Thanks from,
> >
> > "old greasy driveway"
> >
>
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