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power steering pump bracket broke 200 1982

posted by  muskox37 on  Wed Apr 4 09:50 CST 2012
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The aluminum bracket that bolts to the engine and holds the power steering apparatus broke into two pieces. The replacement unit and new bushings cost me $164CAN. I am wondering if anybody else has experienced this.

I had replaced the original bushings with ipd's much firmer nylon units and, after removal I noticed that one of the bushings had 'eaten' its washer and, I think, had reduced its flexibility and thus, might have contributed to the breakage of the bracket. This is probably my fault for using a washer that would allow such a thing to happen. I will use a larger washer for the reinstall.

Now I have original bushings back in place and will reinstall the pump this afternoon. Just a cautionary tale.

Bob in Parksville






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