Often the fluid leaks are caused by lack of fluid from sitting
for lengthy periods of time & the seals dry out. Many times, power steering
fluid with conditioners will help keep seals soft since many of us don't use our
Imperial on a regular basis.
I used to have a 63 that
had ATF in the power steering & it developed a leak that traveled up
the steering column & leaked all over my feet. I flushed the ATF out &
started using power steering fluid. Most power steering fluids have a
conditioner in them anyway. After a short time, the leak went away & I had
that 63 for 10-11 years after that without further problem. I don't encourage
any additives to the tranny, but wouldn't hesitate to use in the
steering.
John
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