Thanks for the information re my leaking steering box.
Quint
----- Original Message -----
From: <commenace@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <mailing-list@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Monday, August 02, 2004 9:52 AM
Subject: RE: IML: Need Advice re: Power Steering Unit (my advice)
> My 1965 Le Baron's gear box was leaking profusely as well, if I drove it
regularly, it would need a full bottle every couple of days. Personally, I
decided to pull the box and send it out to be rebuilt. I don't think
anything short of that will give any long-term peace of mind. I don't know
about your car, but in my car I couldn't get to it easily until I pulled my
engine. I will be sending my unit to Steer and Gear. A friend sent his box
there and was very satisfied with their work. If your interested, here's
their number: 800-253-4327. You might also wnat to call The Steering Store
888-924-7225.
> I hope this info is helpful.
> John.
>
> "Quint Villanueva" <Qlv@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
>
> >Greetings,
> >I could use some advise re the power steering unit on my 1953 Imperial.
The unit had been leaking/dripping power steering fluid for some time. I
used Lucas' power steering fluid to stop the leak, which it did for a while.
Recently, the leaks became more noticeable and finally the entire contents
of the p/s reservoir spilled out on to the garage floor. An eyeball
examination revealed an apparent leak in the steering box. It isn't where
the p/s hoses connect, they are ok. It appears that a seal in the steering
box may have broken causing the p/s fluid to drain out.
> >
> >My questions are these: Did anyone ever have a similar problem, if so,
how did you fix it?
> >Would it be easier to replace the steering box or replace only the seal,
providing I can locate either?
> >
> >Thanks,
> >
> >Quint
> >
>
> __________________________________________________________________
> Switch to Netscape Internet Service.
> As low as $9.95 a month -- Sign up today at
http://isp.netscape.com/register
>
> Netscape. Just the Net You Need.
>
> New! Netscape Toolbar for Internet Explorer
> Search from anywhere on the Web and block those annoying pop-ups.
> Download now at http://channels.netscape.com/ns/search/install.jsp
>
>
Back to the Home of the Forward Look Network