Has anyone rebuilt the steering rack? I have problems with my 1990 80

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Mar 10, 2004 | 06:49 PM

Houpty

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Has anyone rebuilt the steering rack? I have problems with my 1990 80

I have a leaking power steering rack and wanted to see if anyone has done this task and how it came out. I know it is a pain to get the rack out and will require several beers, but I would like to be informed on the options between rebuild and replace. I believe rebuild is most economical but has it been successful.
I believe my leaks may originate from regular powersteering fluid which was added 2 years ago, just a hypothesises though. I will also replace the high pressure hose which has been seeping for about 7 years.

Thanks for any info.
Dave
1990 80 odometer broke with a quarter million miles on it.
1986 Coupe GT The Turbo Houpty

Mar 11, 2004 | 01:11 AM

MikTip

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Re: Yah! Did the one in my 5000 Turbo, and the one in my 1988 90, ;O)

Mar 11, 2004 | 03:41 AM

Jim Bush

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Jorgen Automotive, $205 very good and good service...just to give an alternitive

It was not that bad to replace, there is one bolt in the wheel well that is tough to get a wrench on. The whole thing just takes time.

I think there was a $75?? core charge

Jim Bush
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