It isn't that bad a job, take your time because it will wear your arms out.
Those look like some good instructions.

Jim

On Tue, May 25, 2010 at 11:24 AM, Greg S <sorkilmo@gmail.com> wrote:

> Hi All,
>
> I just developed a leak on my power steering rack. Its coming from the seal
> on the part (pinion shaft?) right near the universal joint. Here's a photo
> with arrow pointing to the leak.
> http://picasaweb.google.com/sorkilmo/PowerSteeringRack#5475166135610697538
>
> I am wondering if it is possible to just replace this seal, possibly
> without
> removing the steering rack?
> One of the boots was always a bit wet so its likely that the rack is due
> for
> new seals all around anyway.
> I am thinking of just buying a new rack and installing it myself.
> I am wondering if this is something that a fairly competent backyard
> mechanic can do?
> Do I need to go and buy some special tie rod remover tools?
> Is this a good guide for doing the work?
> http://www.vanagonauts.com/Another-Steering-Rack-How-to212.htm
> Other than rusted on hardware is there anything else that might be tricky
> on
> this job?
>
> This is the second time this month that just after arriving home from a
> long
> trip I find something leaking. I am grateful to the Vanagon gods for
> keeping
> my repairs from being on the side of the road. I also never leave a parking
> spot now without first checking the ground underneath for wet spots.
>
> Thanks
> Greg S.
> 87' Wolfsburg Hardtop
> Ottawa ON
>