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Stiff/leaky power steering, possible hose to rack connection, Please help? 700

posted by  t-bone on  Fri Jun 4 04:06 CST 2004
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SevenX3

Typically a leaking rack will leak into the rubber tie rod boots. Remove the clamps or zip ties holding these in place and look for fluid in the boots. You should also check the seal at the center top of the rack where the steering linkage connects. My 87 700 had a very bad leak there. Also check the two hydraulic line connections at the rack. Don't over tighten these if loose ... the threads in the rack can strip out. If your rack is bleeding into it's boots or from the top seal a new/rebuilt or used rack is the only practical solution. Rebuilt racks are $200 ... My Pick and Pull asks $40 for any used rack and occasionally has a half price sale. Not a difficult repair ... check steering in 700/900 FAQ. Hopes this helps.






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