Re: replacement power steering pump

Posted by HH56 On 2008/12/26 22:33:27

I don't know what's in Kanter's kit but doubt it. Logically, since the whole purpose of a rebuild is to restore clearances to worn parts one would think that race would be included, however the pict on Max Merritt's site only shows the rotors. There is not a separate race listing in parts book and arrow only points to rotors for kit.

Don't remember ever trying to take the race out but it's probably pressed in. If the inner rotor is out, is there a possibility of getting something behind and prying outer rotor somewhat gently and seeing the construction. Better yet would be something that would fit inside and expand like some of the trans bushing removal tools. Whatever method, doesn't seem like too much of a risk for more damage at this point--as long as the back surface of pump rotor bore isn't damaged or gouged.

Does the race look like bearing material or wonder if maybe a simple sleeve that could be machined? Looking at the rebuild plus core charges or even kit prices, O-D's suggestion of giving Mike D. & others a call sounds like a good option.