The Power Steering Pump and the Steering Box are only two parts of a component
system. If your mechanic thought of either one of those things before testing
the power steering unit itself, which is built into the column, I think you
should look for a new mechanic. The pump would usually effect the power for
turns in both directions. The steering box would normally cause problems in
both directions too, although almost never feel like a "lack of power" but
rather binding or loosness.
Most likely there is at least a sticking valve in the power steering unit. At
worst the unit is falling apart inside and should be replaced. Take a look at
the shop manual under the tab for power steering and you should find a cross
section of this rather complex mechanism.
Paul
In a message dated 12/27/2003 3:25:07 AM Eastern Standard Time,
alan__harper@xxxxxxxxx writes:
>
>
> What was that line from the Dirty Harry movie?
>
> "Opinions are like a$$h0leS. Everybody's got one."
>
> Actually, I think it was "excuses", but, close enough.
>
> QUESTION?????????????????
>
> I have a 76 NYB. I have had the car for 4 years now and it has one
> problem which is annoying and, seemingly, impossible to cure. At a
> stop, or very low speed, such as making a left at a traffic
> intersection, or maneuvering while parking, I have normal power steering
> when I want to turn the wheel right, but when I want to turn left, it is
> "Steering by Armstrong".
>
> It's mostly inconvenient. Sometimes I have to wait for someone in front
> to move. Sometimes, I want to make a quick left turn, during a break in
> traffic. From a stop, the beginning of the turn, and the first second
> of application of throttle, it's like there is no power steering for left.
>
> I took it to the local garage, which has done a pretty good job on all
> other chores. Here is what I have done so far:
>
> 1. Rebuild the steering box. I was assured that would stop the
> problem. Result: no change.
>
> 2. Replace the power steering pump. I was assured that would stop the
> problem. Result: no change.
>
> 3. After a thorough examination of the problem, install another Pitman
> arm, what ever the heck that is. I was assured that would stop the
> problem. Result: no change.
>
> I have a 78 NYB which has no such problem. I can't figure out why these
> guys can't fix the problem. I am a little annoyed at replacing all
> these parts and still having the same symptom.
>
> Does anybody know what the problem is? I'm stumped and it seems my
> mechanic is too.
>
> Alan Harper
> 64 Mercury 3/4 ton flatbed
> 69 Dodge D100 pickup
> 76 Chrysler New Yorker Brougham
> 78 Chrysler New Yorker Brougham St. Regis
> 92 Ford T-Bird
> alan__harper@xxxxxxxxx
> preservationist of our chrome heritage
> SI VIS PACEM, PARA BELLUM
>
> >Why start an argument in the store if you plan to continue doing =
> business there? Next time around you'll probably get poor service.If you =
> asked most kids under 20, they'd most likely agree with the counter guy. =
> Opinions are a dime a dozen. I'd laugh off the remark.
> John
>
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