Power Steering Tech
22
Jan
Whether you’re hooking up a system for the first time, reinstalling a pump or steering gear, or simply changing fluids after a race weekend, it is important to ensure that there is the least amount of air in your system before you fire the engine. Here’s how to easily complete...
18
Oct
What Does Pressure Capacity Mean in a Power Steering Pump?
Pressure, and the term “pressure capacity” are widely misunderstood in the power steering world. There is also a lot of misinformation about how pressure works, what it controls, and why you should be thinking about changing the pressure capacity in a power steering pump. We’ll deep dive into pressure in...
07
Oct
Top vs Bottom Outlet Pumps
GM Type 2 pumps come in various configurations, including “top” outlet and “bottom” outlet, but what are the differences and advantages of one or the other?
22
Mar
1 Minute Read: What Power Steering Fluid We Recommend
With lots of fluid options online and in stores, how do you know what to run in your vehicle? We give you the quick answer.
02
Sep
How to Remove a Power Steering Pulley
If you’re thinking of removing your power steering pulley with a hammer, shop press, or 3-jaw puller tool… please STOP! You would be wise to read this article.
25
Nov
Street Muscle Magazine Project Camaro Receives Turn One Steering Upgrade
Street Muscle Magazine’s 2010 “Daily Camaro” project gets a Turn One pump upgrade after the stock power steering pump calls it quits.
27
Jan
Power Steering FAQ
We’ve compiled some of the most common questions we receive regarding power steering systems or components. Do you have a question not answered here? Send us an email using our Contact Form and we’ll help provide you the best information possible!
27
Jan
Why the Flow Control Spring Shouldn’t Be Cut
As we covered in the article "Debunking the Shim Kit Theory," the fix to light or twitchy steering is not adjusting the pressure of the power steering pump, but rather adjusting the flow. Another myth surrounding the power steering pump pressure is cutting the flow...
27
Jan
Debunking the Shim Kit Theory
Have you ever experienced light steering effort or "twitchy" steering that seemed too sensitive? At some point or another, you probably have. Somewhere along the line, a rumor started that the fix to this dilemma is to use a shim kit on the pressure...
27
Jan
The Cause Behind Rack Leakage
Recently we have seen an increase in our customers sending in their power steering rack and pinions to be rebuilt due to seal leakage. The most common cause of rack and pinion seal leakage is excessive fluid temperatures. Heat is an enemy of almost...