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09-12-2008 #1
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Power steering help!!
So, I've gone through 2 stock replacement PS pumps for my Chevelle in 700 miles. I need recommendations on a very good, sturdy pump that will not crap out on me. I've not abused the car or run it very hard, a few smoky launches but nothing hardcore over the top. I've getting very frustrated with it. Also, anything I should look for as a contributing factor to these failures?? Any help is appreciated!!
Rob
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09-12-2008 #2
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My car is still on jackstands so I can't give you a durability review, but Unisteer and Detroit Speed both offer the GM type II pumps. Definitely a step up in price from a stock replacement. Here's a pic of my Unisteer unit:
Originally Posted by Bishop73
I'm running a double-groove pulley now though
09-13-2008 #3
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If you've fried 2 pumps in 700 miles, are you sure the problem is the pump? How did they fail?
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That's exactly what I want to know. Can a misbalanced crank cause them to fail? I have noticed that the harmonic balancer seems to bounce a bit when running. Originally Posted by Twentyover
The belt for the PS pump has always been snug, the one on my Alternator was jacked up but is now fixed with a bracket that actually keeps tension. For what it's worth I didn't destroy the first one, it was well on it's way when I bought the car. ;)
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Check out PSC. They know alot about PS.
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Are you using a steering gear or rack and pinion ?
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