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56 Power Steering Box Seals

Old Nov 11, 2014 | 02:50 PM
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56 Power Steering Box Seals

I've decided to replace the seals on my 56 Super 88's power steering box, before I put it away for the winter. Saginaw.

Fusick has the Pitman Shaft seal, but I can't find the Sector Shaft seal.

Anybody got a source?

Thanks,
Frank
Old Nov 12, 2014 | 09:50 AM
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Rock Auto has them. Hey, I'm gettin good.....I just answered my own question!
Old Nov 13, 2014 | 08:11 AM
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Old Nov 14, 2014 | 03:16 AM
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They say that wisdom comes with age. I'm finding that in my case, age came alone
Old Nov 14, 2014 | 09:12 AM
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Old Jan 8, 2015 | 02:33 AM
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Update: I decided against replacing the seals for now. Several folks have recommended trying Lucas Power Steering Stop Leak first. So, that's the plan in the spring.

Frank
Old Jan 8, 2015 | 05:42 AM
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Good luck with the Lucas,they do make an awesome line of products. Larry
Old Jan 8, 2015 | 07:41 AM
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I wouldn't plan on it for a long time fix. The way it works is it softens and swells the seals, unfortunately they will wear quickly and soon leak again. It's OK for a quick fix but keep your trips close to home...Tedd
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Wink

So if I dilute the stop leak with regular power steering fluid, I should be OK!

Frank

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