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 Post subject: Power Steering Leak
PostPosted: Mon Feb 04, 2013 4:33 pm 
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I have a 1999 Sundowner 205 with Volvo Penta 5.0GL SX drive with 279 Hrs.
I am seeing a little power steering fluid on the starboard side of the bilge and I have not been able to find the leak. Has anyone tried Lucas Power Steering Stop Leak?
What do you think, I would like to try something before I take the seats out and take everything apart.


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 Post subject: Re: Power Steering Leak
PostPosted: Tue Feb 05, 2013 12:10 pm 
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Are you sure it's PS fluid and not trim fluid?

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 Post subject: Re: Power Steering Leak
PostPosted: Tue Feb 05, 2013 1:27 pm 
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It's usually the power steering "ram" high pressure seal. My H180 had that leak. When turning the wheel see if it drips out. Volvo penta used to sell a repair kit but discontinued it. You can bring it to any competent hydraulic shop and they should be able to fashion a new seal. Not a big deal or expensive but pain in the ass to take out.

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