Power steering replacement

[2Trux]

Hey all, my steering leaks out of one side of the rack. I am planning on replacing the system. I am planning on buying a new rack, pump and pressure hose. This is on an '05 V8 model.
This looks to be a real pain because of the limited space to work. Has anyone done this before and do you have any tips. Do I need to remove the radiator, wheels, fender wells, etc.
Thanks.

 

[lincolnshibuya]

I only changed the rack (steering gear) on mine when I found out that it was leaking. The lucas power steering fix only lasted 2+ yrs, eventually the power steering pump will need to be changed later (maybe at 180k)

You need a buddy to help re-install the steering rod back in place and a bungee cord to tie the steering wheel in place. The steering pump can be replaced without removing the radiator, the clutch fan needs to be removed. Space is tight.

 

[2Trux]

Thanks for the info. Other than the fan and shroud nothing else needs to be removed?

 

[lincolnshibuya]

you need to remove power steering pump reservoir out of the way and some brackets that holds the hoses and reservoir. Need to borrow a pulley puller/installer tool for the pump and pick for the teflon o-ring.

 

[2Trux]

Need to borrow a pulley puller/installer tool for the pump and pick for the teflon o-ring.

Where is this Teflon o-ring located? I am planning on buying a pump with the pulley already installed.

 

[lincolnshibuya]

Where is this Teflon o-ring located? I am planning on buying a pump with the pulley already installed.

it's in the hose that connects to the pump

 

[2Trux]

Thanks