How to delete power steering?
05-07-13, 09:38 PM
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How to delete power steering?
i have a huge PS leak on my 92 sc400. I'm pretty sure its coming from the rack and other hoses. (more than one leak) I coundn't find a leak above the alternator, so thats one good thing.
Ive searched on this site for days and I couldnt find a way to delete or plug the steering pump to bypass the fluid. Is there a way?
I saw the post on how to change the lines to a single one.
maybe a different belt to bypass the pump? Just need to know my options other than replaceing the rack and changeing leaking hoses.
Ive searched on this site for days and I couldnt find a way to delete or plug the steering pump to bypass the fluid. Is there a way?
I saw the post on how to change the lines to a single one.
maybe a different belt to bypass the pump? Just need to know my options other than replaceing the rack and changeing leaking hoses.
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05-08-13, 03:21 AM
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Gazi sells the steering rack/pinion with tie end rods for $130 shipped, I'd give him a holler. I got mine from him within a week. I have yet to install it though as I can't find the time or a day off in decent weather. Sorry this doesn't answer your question, but figured it could help you if you decide to buy one.
05-08-13, 03:12 PM
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Gazi sells the steering rack/pinion with tie end rods for $130 shipped, I'd give him a holler. I got mine from him within a week. I have yet to install it though as I can't find the time or a day off in decent weather. Sorry this doesn't answer your question, but figured it could help you if you decide to buy one.
05-09-13, 12:19 PM
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I wouldn't recommend trying to delete powersteering on this heavy of a car...
I did it for a while on one of my s-chassis and while it definetely fixed all my leaks and looked cleaner, steering was a turd in parking lots -.-
I did it for a while on one of my s-chassis and while it definetely fixed all my leaks and looked cleaner, steering was a turd in parking lots -.-
05-13-13, 04:16 PM
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Ok, well that's good advice... I just have to start replacing stuff.. so the fluid is only in the rack, pump, and the lines right? what a mess! the boots seem dry...idk not any leaks at the pump either
05-13-13, 04:52 PM
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I have a PS leak too and it is definitely somewhere above the alternator as it broke my alternator. Good thing it came with a lifetime warranty so I replaced it. I think you may need to rebuild it instead. I have not had a chance to get around this tho.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Power-Steering-Pump-Seal-Kit-8319-Lexus-LS400-SC400-GS400-GS430-GS300-/151034085850?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Model%3ASC400&hash=item232a5541da&vxp=mtr
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/Power-Steering-Pump-Seal-Kit-8319-Lexus-LS400-SC400-GS400-GS430-GS300-/151034085850?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Model%3ASC400&hash=item232a5541da&vxp=mtr
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