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Old 02-18-2014, 12:58 PM
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Originally Posted by SSLance View Post
Or is it just the shaft seal that is leaking and if so can it be changed without pulling the pump apart?
Lance... I've had problems in the past with power steering pump leaks in my Camaro. The leaking problems started after I began tracking the car. The fluid would over heat and boil on occasion. Over time the excess heat ruined the seals (like David said). I rebuilt my pump with the rebuild kit and it solved the problem. You do have to take the pump apart to replace the shaft seal.

Also-- use a synthetic blend power steering fluid with a higher temperature service capability. I'm running Royal Purple in mine.
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