Power Steering Pump Reservoir Leak

[marksa1458]

Just returned from vacation up on Lake Squam - while we were using our boat, Power Steering fluid kept disappearing. In looking at things the leak is from the pump itself:

We purchased this boat in the beginning of the summer and while the dealer was doing the final check, they found that the power steering pump bracket was broken and replaced it. I am assuming the tech who did the repair, damaged the reservoir while tightening the bolt. Is there any other way to get a crack in the housing?

Can this be welded or do I need to purchase a new power steering pump?

Thanks.

 

[Bt Doctur]

Re: Power Steering Pump Reservoir Leak

remove the cover and braze it closed , or solder with oxy/acet

 

[Bt Doctur]

Re: Power Steering Pump Reservoir Leak

http://www.boatfix.com/merc/Servmanl/11/11a6r5x.pdf page 6A-54

 

[marksa1458]

Re: Power Steering Pump Reservoir Leak

Thanks - just ordered the puller (auto zone wasn't the least bit helpful...)

 

[Bt Doctur]

Re: Power Steering Pump Reservoir Leak

Thanks - just ordered the puller (auto zone wasn't the least bit helpful...)

why do you need a puller?

 

[marksa1458]

Re: Power Steering Pump Reservoir Leak

Bt Doctur Don't you need a puller to get the pulley off to remove the case? The disassembly instructions call for removing the pulley first.

Also can instead of brazing can I order a replacement case like this one?
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/TFF-6501C/?rtype=10

Many thanks

 

[Bt Doctur]

Re: Power Steering Pump Reservoir Leak

you can as long as the return port is in the correct position and will not interfere with the manifold, etc.
you remove the mounting stud and reliefe valve and the tin cover seperates from the pump assembly
6A-54 parts
A and D

 

[NHGuy]

Re: Power Steering Pump Reservoir Leak

True you can fix that pump body, but what would happen if you cried to the boat yard where they did the fix. Is it possible they might do something for you?
If they won't or can't help, replace or braze the housing. If you want a case you can get one at M&M Marine Salvage in Meredith, next town south of Squam. Or get a GM pump from the junkyard if it meets BT's description. Then if it's not tight get yourself a chevy truck power steering seal kit from Rockauto.com. Kit is short money.

 

[ddttm]

Re: Power Steering Pump Reservoir Leak

That looks exactly like mine. I just want to buy a new housing. Anyone have the cross reference for the automotive part that will cost 80% cheaper?

 

[ddttm]

Re: Power Steering Pump Reservoir Leak

Nevermind, I just went to a local auto parts store and got a fenco replacement pump and res. for $46.99.