-- [ From: John H. Rodgers * EMC.Ver #2.5.02 ] -- If you are mechanically inclined, VW makes( or use to make) a kit you could buy for about $150 and put in the power steering rack. I got one and put it in mine on my '85 GL.. I did the R&R. Saved me a bunch. Local VW dealer ship wanted $800 for a rebuilt unit and 400 to R&R it. You probably will have to replace your power steering pump as well. I did. Thats where the groaning comes from. Go for it. John Rodgers '88 GL driver -------- REPLY, Original message follows -------- Date: Saturday, 03-Oct-98 10:17 PM From: mike barker \ Internet: (mariner4@snet.net) To: Vanagon \ Internet: (vanagon@vanagon.com) Subject: p.s. rack '87 Vanagon Found out the other day that I'm leaking power steering fluid (a few extra stains in the driveway and a moaning noise when I turn.) Anyone know of a good place to buy a new or rebuilt power steering rack? Are there any additives out there that may slow down the leak? My garage made a few calls and couldn't find any and said they go for about $800. When I got off the floor I told him I'd look around myself. He said a rebuilt would be fine and save a few bucks. I had a bad experience with Parts Plus so I won't deal with them anymore... Thanks... -Mike
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