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67cst · 03-29-2007, 10:56 AM

just like the question states...my p.s fluid is full of air and its noisy as hell, i had everything apart when the motor swap this winter and put it back together and i got air in there somehow

but how do i get the fluid out?thanks in advance...
Derek

BACKYARD88 · 03-29-2007, 11:25 AM

Once the air has dissipated from the fluid in the reservoir and while the truck isn't running (might be easier if you get the front wheels off of the ground) turn the wheel lock to lock a few times. Then start it and turn it lock to lock and shut it back off. Check for air in the reservoir again. I do it this way until there is no more air in the reservoir. If there is a better or easier way someone will chime in.

**Classic Heartbeat** · 03-29-2007, 11:44 AM

I am with BACKYARD88 on this one. Let the pump set for about 30 minutes and the foam should settle out. Then add fluid, turn the wheels from stop to stop (with engine off) and check the fluid level. Add if necessary. Then start the engine and turn the wheels back and forth again. Shut off the engine, check the fluid to see if it is still foamy. If it is foamy let it settle out again and repeat the process. It may take a little longer to do it this way, but it is a whole lot less messier. WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com

67cst · 03-30-2007, 07:26 PM

thanks guys, ill go give it a try

03-29-2007, 10:56 AM	#1
67cst i love summertime Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Kelowna BC Posts: 4,303	how do i bleed the powersteering system? just like the question states...my p.s fluid is full of air and its noisy as hell, i had everything apart when the motor swap this winter and put it back together and i got air in there somehow but how do i get the fluid out?thanks in advance... Derek __________________ 1967 shortbox stepside Chevy, 365 hp 327, th400. GLOVE BOX LIGHTS FORSALE, click link for info http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=273724 Last edited by 67cst; 03-29-2007 at 10:57 AM.

03-29-2007, 11:25 AM	#2
BACKYARD88 On the fast track to nowhere.. Join Date: May 2006 Location: Splendora, Texas Posts: 5,316	Re: how do i bleed the powersteering system? Once the air has dissipated from the fluid in the reservoir and while the truck isn't running (might be easier if you get the front wheels off of the ground) turn the wheel lock to lock a few times. Then start it and turn it lock to lock and shut it back off. Check for air in the reservoir again. I do it this way until there is no more air in the reservoir. If there is a better or easier way someone will chime in. __________________ -Mike Owen- Support the board here! 71 Chevy short fleet build thread Double D Norwood, Houston, Cecilia, Jackson, Monroe and counting

03-29-2007, 11:44 AM	#3
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	Re: how do i bleed the powersteering system? I am with BACKYARD88 on this one. Let the pump set for about 30 minutes and the foam should settle out. Then add fluid, turn the wheels from stop to stop (with engine off) and check the fluid level. Add if necessary. Then start the engine and turn the wheels back and forth again. Shut off the engine, check the fluid to see if it is still foamy. If it is foamy let it settle out again and repeat the process. It may take a little longer to do it this way, but it is a whole lot less messier. WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

03-30-2007, 07:26 PM	#4
67cst i love summertime Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Kelowna BC Posts: 4,303	Re: how do i bleed the powersteering system? thanks guys, ill go give it a try __________________ 1967 shortbox stepside Chevy, 365 hp 327, th400. GLOVE BOX LIGHTS FORSALE, click link for info http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=273724



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