speedychevy

I'm helping a buddy with his TA, and the PS pump whines pretty bad. Looking to replace it soon. I know there's a lot of threads out there discussing this topic, but I have yet to find one that lists the specific tools needed for this job.

I understand a pulley removal tool is required, but what else is needed to get the job done? Is a line wrench needed to unbolt the old pump?

Also, is removing the upper radiator hose required? It looks like it'll be directly in the way of removing the pulley.

Thanks for any info.

Orange Juice

iTrader: (3)

I can't remember exactly how I got it off. Once you get the pulley off it's pretty straight forward.

FirstYrLS1Z

iTrader: (4)

yes,a pulley tool remover is required. 2 lines to disconnect from pump/reservoir,return line to reservoir and pump output pressure line. once pulley is out of the way possible an open end wrench will work but line wrench is best.
there are threads about using GM Dex 6 ATF to quiet pumps,I've done it. Some say 'there's no way I'm putting ATF fluid in the PS system'. Viscosity is the same,back in the 60s'/70s'(yes I'm old) you could go to an auto store and get containers marked 'fluid for Automatic transmission AND power steering'.