YamahaBound

I've just been told my rack is leaking, what does that mean? are they trying to sell me a powerband? or a muffler bearing?

FiveLiterRiceEater

rack and pinion is leaking. probably at a boot on either side. the seals inside are probably bad and now the boot has a hole in it causing fluid to escape.

MISTRDlCK

The steering rack I guess? I think when the rack starts leaking it is usally a good idea to replace it. The part should run about 120 ish for a rebuilt.

YamahaBound

so is that something you normally have to replace? the rack and pinion together? or can it be repaired?

FiveLiterRiceEater

i've replaced everyone i've seen leak. i dont know anyone who rebuilds them or anything.

76stangalang87

If your racks leaking you might be pregnant

YamahaBound

rack/pinion and k-member has to come out to get to the oil pan/gasket?
they said they would have to repack the grease on the wheel bearings is what I think he said.

how hard is this stuff to do myself?

also how hard is it to do shocks/struts?

YamahaBound

and what happens if the rack/pinion goes if I don't fix this soon? does it leaking cause extra wear on other stuff? is it going to kill my power steering pump? what does it leak? power steering fluid?

MISTRDlCK

Here is a good link to look up how to do repairs on many different makes and models. When you open it just click on where it says AARC that will take you to the vehicle specific repair guides.
http://www.bedlib.org/ebsco.html

ckyguy68

my wifes rack leaks.... [&:]