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Originally Posted by 9FF
It may not need fixing if you just don’t use power steering fluid.
Op, the problem with rebuilding these racks is that the are all very old and it is likely the metal parts are also worn. New seals won’t help if your rack shaft has any pitting or wear and repairing those parts is expensive specialized work. I suspect the cheaper rebuilds just clean, throw new seals in and splash some paint on, whereas the good and more expensive refurbished racks have worn parts repaired or replaced.
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I see your point. I know, have a few Toyota vehicles that require ATF. The common problem with resealing an a/c compressor is much the same. If steps have not been taken to remove the burs and corrosion on the shaft, it won't seal. Dremel tools are awesome!
My 944 has a manual rack, so no worry there. However, the aforementioned cars in my possession are maintaining a proper fluid level as of today. They were leaking pretty bad, now, no so much, if at all.
The Honda went on the lift, a 21 year Honda Master Tech raised it, spotted the leak, and said new rack. Nope.