Power steering pump replaced. Immediate leak.
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Power steering pump replaced. Immediate leak.
Hi again guys, I replaced my power steering pump about two weeks ago with a remanufacutured pump from the local auto parts store. My original pump's gasket blew out on a trip out of town and I had no choice, but to use the local parts store. Anyway, about a week later I noticed a small puddle of PS fluid under the truck. It looks like it's coming down from the new pump. I can't tell if it's the suction hose or the pump itself since it seems to be running down that lower hose. I degreased everything, but can't seen to find the source. My fear is that it's the new pump. Is it possible that I over torqued something by hand causing the pump gasket to fail. I wasn't working with a torque wrench available. Are the reman pumps apt to fail? I'm not noticing any fluid loss in the reservoir yet, so it's a slow leak. Pretty frustrating, but any advice or knowledge on this would really be appreciated. Thanks for any help.
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Ive heard countless people say how unreliable rebuilt power steering pumps are. I recently replaced my worn out pump, reservoir and 2 PS hoses and my leak is gone. I noticed that Rovers North sells rebuilt pumps for $349 but for an extra $30 you can buy one of their brand new Proline pumps and rest assured. When you replaced your pump you probably should have at least replaced the 2 rubber hoses that connect to the reservoir. Another common area for leaks is the 3rd hose that is half metal and part rubber. It weaves behind the radiator I believe and is harder to access without lifting up the radiator.
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New PS Pump:
PUMP POWER STEERING DISCOVERY II, PLH248, QVB500080 - Rovers North - Classic Land Rover Parts
Pump to reservoir hose:
Rovers North - Classic Land Rover Parts
Box to reservoir hose:
Rovers North - Classic Land Rover Parts
Ask for Zack Griswold (ZGPhoto) cause he may hook you up with a good deal
PUMP POWER STEERING DISCOVERY II, PLH248, QVB500080 - Rovers North - Classic Land Rover Parts
Pump to reservoir hose:
Rovers North - Classic Land Rover Parts
Box to reservoir hose:
Rovers North - Classic Land Rover Parts
Ask for Zack Griswold (ZGPhoto) cause he may hook you up with a good deal
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