Leaky steering box fix?

[sublimegtx]

I think I might have found when my steering box is leaking from. My question is in attached pic there is like a cover/plate on the top where pencil points to. Seems like there may be two bolts holding it down.Is there a gasket under there that may be leaking? Is there just the two bolts and I can lift it off, nothing's gonna come flying out that I'll have no idea where it came from ;) Thank you.

 

[MarPar]

there are 3 o-rings under there... there is a spring under there so take 'er out sloooooowly. otherwise, easy-peasy

 

[sublimegtx]

Thanks Mar, I hate when unexpected stuff comes flying out

 

[MarPar]

lol amen to that brother!

 

[RustyRatRod]

Thanks Mar, I hate when unexpected stuff comes flying out

That's what she said last night.

 

[sublimegtx]

Lol

 

[MarPar]

she sho did!!!

 

[sublimegtx]

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Thanks Mar, I hate when unexpected stuff comes flying out

That's what she said last night.

She should know whats coming by now...:hello2:

 

[Funship32]

Word of caution: Be careful when you get it back together. I seem to recall from years ago that if the alignment isn't quite right of the block the steering wheel will spin one way or the other by itself. Not a 'big' deal as long as your arm isn't between the wheel spokes (why would it be) or if you are holding onto it. I could be wrong but best to be safe. ;)

 

[sublimegtx]

Mar, anyone....Would this be the kit I need to get the o rings http://www.ebay.com/itm/321105484308?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

 

[72RoadrunnerGTX]

Yes, the o-rings in question are in that complete gear box reseal kit. I will second the warning about making sure the steering valve assembly is positioned correctly before test driving. Check the FSM for the correct adjustment procedure.

 

[MarPar]

Yes, the o-rings in question are in that complete gear box reseal kit. I will second the warning about making sure the steering valve assembly is positioned correctly before test driving. Check the FSM for the correct adjustment procedure.

x2 they'll be there.

 

[sublimegtx]

Thanks guys :icon_thumleft:

 

[MarPar]

aint no thang but a chicken wiiing lol

 

[wannadrag]

If your not going to use the whole kit why not just get the 3 0 rings you need?Maybe a buck or 2 for what you need.Just a thought.

 

[sublimegtx]

Where would I get them? I'd love to not buy the whole kit, but I don't want to take it apart and then try to find just the three o rings.

 

[MarPar]

you could go to Ace Hardware...they have a crap ton of o-rings. just gotta hope the ones in there currently are in good shape so you can take them with you and compare.

prob would be better for you to spend just $2-3 instead of $32!!

 

[Mr.SpeedFreak]

you could go to Ace Hardware...they have a crap ton of o-rings. just gotta hope the ones in there currently are in good shape so you can take them with you and compare.

prob would be better for you to spend just $2-3 instead of $32!!

x2. Go on an o-ring hunt lol. I checked over my ps box before I installed it and found some play in one of the shaft seals, everything else seemed fine so I just picked up the $5 seal at a local autoparts place instead of buying the whole kit. :icon_thumleft:

 

[sublimegtx]

Ya I thought of that. Most of the time I try that the size never quite matches wrong id, od or thickness. I suppose it's worth a shot. If I have to buy the kit maybe someone else could use my spare parts

 

[MarPar]

i might have a spare set i could mail to you--but they are going to be used. probably better off going on the hunt...lol

could also bring the part with you and size 'em up...