Power Steering

Power Steering #3351567 04/15/09 10:36 AM
Joined: Jun 2003 Posts: 160 Central Texas R rambilt OP Outdoorsman
OP rambilt Outdoorsman R Joined: Jun 2003 Posts: 160 Central Texas	The power steering in my 96 487VS Ranger developed a leak while just sitting at home. I forgot to turn off the main circuit breaker that powers all the accessories. Then I noticed an oil puddle on the concrete slab under the outboard. I thought it was just an excess fuel but further inspection revealed the leak was coming from the power steering cylinder that's attached to the outboard. Is it possible to just repair the leak or I have to replace the cylinder? Any suggestion is appreciated. Thanks. Good Fishing!!

Re: Power Steering [Re: rambilt] #3351577 04/15/09 10:48 AM
Joined: May 2003 Posts: 11,586 Littlefield Tx & Lake A. H. US... gary purdy TFF Guru
gary purdy TFF Guru Joined: May 2003 Posts: 11,586 Littlefield Tx & Lake A. H. US...	Sounds like your talking about a Sea Star hydraulic system ram. They have an end cap repair kit for the cylinder about 120.00 with a quart of oil and both end caps. Requires bleeding the steering system. Instructions available on the Teleflex web sight. The world will not be destroyed by those who do evil, but by those who watch them without doing anything. Remember what He has done and remember that He is not done yet!-- GOD IS GOOD

Re: Power Steering [Re: gary purdy] #3354543 04/15/09 11:37 PM
Joined: Jun 2003 Posts: 160 Central Texas R rambilt OP Outdoorsman
OP rambilt Outdoorsman R Joined: Jun 2003 Posts: 160 Central Texas	Originally Posted By: gary purdy Sounds like your talking about a Sea Star hydraulic system ram. They have an end cap repair kit for the cylinder about 120.00 with a quart of oil and both end caps. Requires bleeding the steering system. Instructions available on the Teleflex web sight. Gary, Thank you for your reply. Didn't realize that there's such a repair kit until now. Thank you again for your help. Good Fishing!!

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