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myoldchevytruck · 12-22-2010, 01:52 PM

I took the Power Steering pump off to replace the rubber lines and this thing is in need of a bath real bad. I'm sure a degreaser of some kind is going to be the answer. Other than plugging the holes, should there be any other things I need to watch out for? What have you done? Any Suggestions?

Andy4639 · 12-22-2010, 02:14 PM

Don't get any water in it. if you do make sure you dry it very good before using it. Mositure is the worst thing on a power steering pump.
Make sure it's pumping. I would take it and have it cleaned and tested at a hydrolic shop.

myoldchevytruck · 12-22-2010, 02:34 PM

Thanks Andy

cdowns · 12-22-2010, 03:19 PM

i'd use kerosene and a stiffbush to clean it up

Sammy · 12-22-2010, 04:14 PM

I think it's CPP has new PS pumps on sale for a X-Mas special $39 plus shipping. At that price you could do that, borrow a pulley puller from one of the chain stores and swap out your clean brackets.

**FL71C10** · 12-22-2010, 04:28 PM

I think those are brackets for $39.

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Originally Posted by Sammy

I think it's CPP has new PS pumps on sale for a X-Mas special $39 plus shipping. At that price you could do that, borrow a pulley puller from one of the chain stores and swap out your clean brackets.

myoldchevytruck · 12-22-2010, 10:49 PM

Thanks for the info guys

gysgtc · 12-23-2010, 05:51 AM

That is for just the reservoir at CPP. You still have to use your pump.

Tx Firefighter · 12-23-2010, 07:49 AM

You can get a complete reseal kit for your pump from the parts store for about 10 dollars. It's a very easy project to reseal one. This is one I did for Scoti and powdercoated all the parts during the job...

Remove the old front seal with a drywall screw...

Install new seal...

All reassembled with new seals on reservoir and fittings...

myoldchevytruck · 12-23-2010, 08:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Tx Firefighter

You can get a complete reseal kit for your pump from the parts store for about 10 dollars. It's a very easy project to reseal one. This is one I did for Scoti and powdercoated all the parts during the job...

Remove the old front seal with a drywall screw...

Install new seal...

All reassembled with new seals on reservoir and fittings...

Kevin, what did you charge Scoti for powdercoating and resealing. I would definetly consider this after the holidays. You gave me a quote earlier in the year for powder coating a master cylinder ($45). I would send them both. Im thinking they would both fit in a large usps flat rate box.

Tx Firefighter · 12-23-2010, 01:39 PM

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Originally Posted by myoldchevytruck

Kevin, what did you charge Scoti for powdercoating and resealing. I would definetly consider this after the holidays. You gave me a quote earlier in the year for powder coating a master cylinder ($45). I would send them both. Im thinking they would both fit in a large usps flat rate box.

I don't remember what I charged Scoti. We were working deals back and forth doing trading and such. It was washed in with a bigger deal I think.

I've been so busy building hay trailers that I haven't been doing any powdercoating lately. I'm gonna be covered up until the winter is over and folks quit buying hay before I can do anymore.

12-22-2010, 01:52 PM	#1
myoldchevytruck Retired Air Force Veteran Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Pembroke Pines, Florida 33024 Posts: 1,808	Power Steering Pump Needs A Bath - Any Suggestions? I took the Power Steering pump off to replace the rubber lines and this thing is in need of a bath real bad. I'm sure a degreaser of some kind is going to be the answer. Other than plugging the holes, should there be any other things I need to watch out for? What have you done? Any Suggestions? __________________ Harry 69' SWB Step Side 1/2 Ton w/68' Front Clip Swap from Leafs to Trailing Arms (Complete) Swap 6 Lug to 5 Lug (w/ Disk Brakes in Front) 3/6 Drop Help Support The Board Click Here For Information On How To Subscribe Krue's FAQ Page Vendors

12-22-2010, 02:14 PM	#2
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: Power Steering Pump Needs A Bath - Any Suggestions? Don't get any water in it. if you do make sure you dry it very good before using it. Mositure is the worst thing on a power steering pump. Make sure it's pumping. I would take it and have it cleaned and tested at a hydrolic shop. __________________ 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.

12-22-2010, 02:34 PM	#3
myoldchevytruck Retired Air Force Veteran Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Pembroke Pines, Florida 33024 Posts: 1,808	Re: Power Steering Pump Needs A Bath - Any Suggestions? Thanks Andy __________________ Harry 69' SWB Step Side 1/2 Ton w/68' Front Clip Swap from Leafs to Trailing Arms (Complete) Swap 6 Lug to 5 Lug (w/ Disk Brakes in Front) 3/6 Drop Help Support The Board Click Here For Information On How To Subscribe Krue's FAQ Page Vendors

12-22-2010, 03:19 PM	#4
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: Power Steering Pump Needs A Bath - Any Suggestions? i'd use kerosene and a stiffbush to clean it up __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

12-22-2010, 04:14 PM	#5
Sammy Registered User Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Bonne Terre, Mo Posts: 3,005	Re: Power Steering Pump Needs A Bath - Any Suggestions? I think it's CPP has new PS pumps on sale for a X-Mas special $39 plus shipping. At that price you could do that, borrow a pulley puller from one of the chain stores and swap out your clean brackets. __________________ '69 Chevy Long Fleet & '71 GMC Short Step & Project "ODD BALL" "You can wash a pig, soak it in most expensive perfume. In the end it is still just a pig." ODD BALL build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=478629"

12-22-2010, 10:49 PM	#7
myoldchevytruck Retired Air Force Veteran Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Pembroke Pines, Florida 33024 Posts: 1,808	Re: Power Steering Pump Needs A Bath - Any Suggestions? Thanks for the info guys __________________ Harry 69' SWB Step Side 1/2 Ton w/68' Front Clip Swap from Leafs to Trailing Arms (Complete) Swap 6 Lug to 5 Lug (w/ Disk Brakes in Front) 3/6 Drop Help Support The Board Click Here For Information On How To Subscribe Krue's FAQ Page Vendors

12-23-2010, 05:51 AM	#8
gysgtc Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Sutton, WV Posts: 340	Re: Power Steering Pump Needs A Bath - Any Suggestions? That is for just the reservoir at CPP. You still have to use your pump.

12-23-2010, 07:49 AM	#9
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	Re: Power Steering Pump Needs A Bath - Any Suggestions? You can get a complete reseal kit for your pump from the parts store for about 10 dollars. It's a very easy project to reseal one. This is one I did for Scoti and powdercoated all the parts during the job... Remove the old front seal with a drywall screw... Install new seal... All reassembled with new seals on reservoir and fittings... __________________ I'm on the Instagram- @Gearhead_Kevin



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