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Slick67 · 09-09-2010, 09:34 PM

I installed PS on my 67 and cannot figure out why the bolt in the back on the bottom is leaking. I did put teflon tape on it, to no avail, it is leaking again. Please give me a little knowledge about stoppin the leak!

Andy4639 · 09-09-2010, 10:50 PM

Just guessing here but are the threads messed up on it? Also is the teflon tape installed on it correctly? Yes there is a right and wrong way to install the tape.
You want the tape in the oppisite direction on the threads, in other words say you are holding a bolt in your right hand it would turn to the right to install it...correct, the tape should be wrapped in the other direction as if you are wrapping it up.
Hold end of teflon tape to the bolt threads and rotate the bolt as if installing it. This will keep the tape from bunching up when you do install it.
If this is all done right and it's leaking still then I'd say you have a bad pump and need it replaced.

red71cheyenne · 09-09-2010, 10:58 PM

Also check the flare. It could have a crack in the pipe and it is weeping regardless of how tight it is.

Slick67 · 09-10-2010, 12:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Andy4639

Just guessing here but are the threads messed up on it? Also is the teflon tape installed on it correctly? Yes there is a right and wrong way to install the tape.
You want the tape in the oppisite direction on the threads, in other words say you are holding a bolt in your right hand it would turn to the right to install it...correct, the tape should be wrapped in the other direction as if you are wrapping it up.
Hold end of teflon tape to the bolt threads and rotate the bolt as if installing it. This will keep the tape from bunching up when you do install it.
If this is all done right and it's leaking still then I'd say you have a bad pump and need it replaced.

Thanks for the response. I will have to pull the pump and before reinstalling I'll make sure that I wrap it correctly. Ummmm. That last sentence could be taken out of context.

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Originally Posted by red71cheyenne

Also check the flare. It could have a crack in the pipe and it is weeping regardless of how tight it is.

I will do so. Just wanted to try fixing the prob without taking the pump off. Oh well....what's another hour after almost 2 years!

09-09-2010, 09:34 PM	#1
Slick67 Sofa King Crazy!! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 3,090	Help with the Power Steering Pump I installed PS on my 67 and cannot figure out why the bolt in the back on the bottom is leaking. I did put teflon tape on it, to no avail, it is leaking again. Please give me a little knowledge about stoppin the leak! __________________ You found the Tater. *My Blazer Build (New)* - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=654650 *My 67 Build* - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=335650 67 Chevy LWB big window a/c AKA TOTALLED BY A JACKASS. 1972 2wd Blazer "Porterbuilt and Sloshed"

09-09-2010, 10:50 PM	#2
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Help with the Power Steering Pump Just guessing here but are the threads messed up on it? Also is the teflon tape installed on it correctly? Yes there is a right and wrong way to install the tape. You want the tape in the oppisite direction on the threads, in other words say you are holding a bolt in your right hand it would turn to the right to install it...correct, the tape should be wrapped in the other direction as if you are wrapping it up. Hold end of teflon tape to the bolt threads and rotate the bolt as if installing it. This will keep the tape from bunching up when you do install it. If this is all done right and it's leaking still then I'd say you have a bad pump and need it replaced. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

09-09-2010, 10:58 PM	#3
red71cheyenne Back in the sticks Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Fordland, MO Posts: 3,188	Re: Help with the Power Steering Pump Also check the flare. It could have a crack in the pipe and it is weeping regardless of how tight it is. __________________ 1971 Cheyenne C-10 w/700R4 and Tuned Port Injection 1969 K5 Blazer w/Tuned Port 2010 2SS/RS Flaming Orange Camaro 2011 K1500 Suburban 2014 K1500 Pickup 2008 Nissan Altima? The wifes' hoopty

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