55.2-59 Power steering box leak - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

tbrown5079 · 03-18-2020, 08:56 PM

I used an 81 El Camino front clip for my swap which I am very happy with. The only issue I have is a leak at the adjuster for the worm gear. It is a 3 bolt 605 box with o ring fittings. I don't know if there is a seal or o ring inside the case or what. I have tried sealants, washers with rubber centers and just the jam nut, but nothing seems to stop the leak . Is this a sign that something in the box is worn? A rebuilt box is a little over $100 so I think it may be money well spent. Any suggestions? Thanks, Tbrown

vintovka · 03-18-2020, 09:25 PM

When it leaks its usually means not only seals are done but other components. Replacement is best option but caution many "rebuilds" are shoddy and sub par, so hang on to your warranty and be prepared to redo if necessary.

tbrown5079 · 03-18-2020, 10:59 PM

Good advise, thanks. Local Mom and Pop parts store has used a reliable supplier for many years and not had problems. so I think I will give it a try.

dsraven · 03-18-2020, 11:02 PM

check for a local rebuilder if possible. if it is leaking it is probably worn in more than one place so best to take it apart and have it checked out. since it is a steering piece leave it to the guys who do that all the time. a suspension shop may be a good spot to go first, they would be replacing more than a regular wheel alignment shop would be.

vintovka · 03-18-2020, 11:13 PM

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Originally Posted by dsraven

check for a local rebuilder if possible. if it is leaking it is probably worn in more than one place so best to take it apart and have it checked out. since it is a steering piece leave it to the guys who do that all the time. a suspension shop may be a good spot to go first, they would be replacing more than a regular wheel alignment shop would be.

If a local rebuilder is available and does good work with a guarantee that would be great. Got one recently from NAPA rebuilt by company called cardone (?). BIG POS and replaced already. Think subbed out to china.

**mr48chev** · 03-20-2020, 02:26 AM

I used to reseal /rebuild a lot of GM power steering boxes and the shop labor flat rate time is going to be as much or more as a good rebuilt.

I don't know if Detroit axle does those but I have used several of their racks with great luck.

03-18-2020, 08:56 PM	#1
tbrown5079 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Blairsville, PA Posts: 301	Power steering box leak I used an 81 El Camino front clip for my swap which I am very happy with. The only issue I have is a leak at the adjuster for the worm gear. It is a 3 bolt 605 box with o ring fittings. I don't know if there is a seal or o ring inside the case or what. I have tried sealants, washers with rubber centers and just the jam nut, but nothing seems to stop the leak . Is this a sign that something in the box is worn? A rebuilt box is a little over $100 so I think it may be money well spent. Any suggestions? Thanks, Tbrown __________________ tbrown's 56 Cameo Build

03-18-2020, 09:25 PM	#2
vintovka Registered User Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Hunkered Down Posts: 1,895	Re: Power steering box leak When it leaks its usually means not only seals are done but other components. Replacement is best option but caution many "rebuilds" are shoddy and sub par, so hang on to your warranty and be prepared to redo if necessary. __________________ 1954 USAF 3100 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=714917

03-18-2020, 10:59 PM	#3
tbrown5079 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Blairsville, PA Posts: 301	Re: Power steering box leak Good advise, thanks. Local Mom and Pop parts store has used a reliable supplier for many years and not had problems. so I think I will give it a try. __________________ tbrown's 56 Cameo Build

03-18-2020, 11:02 PM	#4
dsraven Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: calgary alberta Posts: 8,344	Re: Power steering box leak check for a local rebuilder if possible. if it is leaking it is probably worn in more than one place so best to take it apart and have it checked out. since it is a steering piece leave it to the guys who do that all the time. a suspension shop may be a good spot to go first, they would be replacing more than a regular wheel alignment shop would be.

03-20-2020, 02:26 AM	#6
mr48chev Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Toppenish, WA Posts: 15,718	Re: Power steering box leak I used to reseal /rebuild a lot of GM power steering boxes and the shop labor flat rate time is going to be as much or more as a good rebuilt. I don't know if Detroit axle does those but I have used several of their racks with great luck. __________________ Founding member of the too many projects, too little time and money club. My ongoing truck projects: 48 Chev 3100 that will run a 292 Six. 71 GMC 2500 that is getting a Cad 500 transplant. 77 C 30 dualie, 454, 4 speed with a 10 foot flatbed and hoist. It does the heavy work and hauls the projects around.



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