Power steering leek!!!!

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Alastair
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Power steering leek!!!!

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1989 Bx estate with power.....I got fluid leaking from around the spindle..... As in where the column enters the steering rack.....firstly I believe there is a repair section available but then I discover it's nearly £140 plus vat! So what's the answer? A second hand rack? Any thoughts? Any help?
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Post by Kitch »

The leak will be from the pinion valve seal by the sounds of things. It unbolts from the rack and is replaceable (that's likely the bit you've been quoted £140 for.) It is possible to overhaul them too. I've got a recon spare somewhere in the garage, and a used rack that I could be persuaded to part with.
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Re: Power steering leek!!!!

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Tell me more Kitch and your location?
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Fareham as per his avatar lol! Kitch if your coming to the Chevrons I can get it ALOT nearer to Stoke (Burton On Trent)
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Keep me posted please
Bx turbo diesel 1989
Bx 1.9 Rd estate 1989
Citroen Light 15 1952
Bx 17 TZD diesel turbo 1992
Xantia 1.8 16v
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