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1957 loud power steering pump

Lionel said:
Hi has anyone changed the power steering pump on a 57 to a later pump. I think ours is getting way too noisy.
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Before changing it,just make sure it's not low on fluid and is grabbing air. If the pump is bad, changing it is an easy but messy job. Your guaranteed to spill fluid. You can start by disconnecting the return line and have someone start the engine so you pumpm as much fluid as possible into a container.Of course you don't reuse the old fluid no matter how nicee it might look and don't change the pump on a hot engine. Have fun!
 
Bruce Hardy said:
Before changing it,just make sure it's not low on fluid and is grabbing air. If the pump is bad, changing it is an easy but messy job. Your guaranteed to spill fluid. You can start by disconnecting the return line and have someone start the engine so you pumpm as much fluid as possible into a container.Of course you don't reuse the old fluid no matter how nicee it might look and don't change the pump on a hot engine. Have fun!
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Thanks, the fluid levels all good, the pump sounds like an early truck gearbox that's been run dry of oil. Turning the steering wheel does not have any effect on it.
 
It looks to me then, that it's time for a change.After you pump out the fluid, then the engine will be warm. Just leave it be till it]s again cold.
 
Never tried a Borgeson pump but if they have a kit for you can, they are a very good company. You might also think about an oil cooler kit. In later years Ford installed them at the factory.
 
Bruce Hardy said:
Never tried a Borgeson pump but if they have a kit for you can, they are a very good company. You might also think about an oil cooler kit. In later years Ford installed them at the factory.
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Borgeson have a bolt on pump advertised quite a bit cheaper than a rebuilt pump. Also it would save me at least 200 dollars shipping my old pump to the USA and return freight to NZ. I'll call them next week to get the complete details.
 
TJShea said:
Hello
I had one put on my 57 a a bit ago. There is a thread about it. It now steers like a modern car, and no leaks.
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Thanks, I really only want to use one of their pumps, for me to change the steering box creates huge issues with compliance in NZ
 
Lionel said:
Thanks, the fluid levels all good, the pump sounds like an early truck gearbox that's been run dry of oil. Turning the steering wheel does not have any effect on it.
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Before you replace your Eaton pump with a Borgeson pump, did you ever consider rebuilding the noisy pump that is on the car yourself? If you have a service manual and some patience you would be surprised at the repairs, you can do yourself.

doug7740
1955 Thunderbird Blue

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My problem is I suspect the vane impeller is badly worn. I checked the pump with my stethoscope and the loud noise is coming from the centre of the unit. I'm an old school mechanic so I have the ability to do the overhaul myself getting parts would be the stumbling block.
 
I suspect that the rotor shaft bearing is the cause of your loud noise. Typically, these bearings wear from the drive belt being over tightened, or sometimes dirt can enter the bearing from the area between the pulley and the bearing. You will never know unless disassemble the pump.

doug7740
1955 Thunderbird Blue

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You said that you are an old school mechanic and have the ability to do the overhaul yourself, but getting parts would be the stumbling block. Not to worry, CASCO sells the bearing and the overhaul kit.

doug7740
1955 Thunderbird Blue

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Thanks Doug 7740, At the moment we are at Americarna an American car show in New Plymouth about 300 kms from my home in Tauranga in the BOP. When we get back I'll remove and dismantle the pump. I really appreciate your help with this issue and will keep you posted. Cheers Lionel
 
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