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Oct 24, 2013 | 11:25 AM

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Power steering hose question

Is it possible to replace the hoses without taking the pump off? I believe one of mine is leaking and I'm trying to prepare for what I'll need to do the job.

Oct 24, 2013 | 11:45 AM

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I think you can.. there was a video the other day posted on replacing the pump, and the only thing that would come out is fluid. Maybe cap it off, I'm sure someone will chime on.

Oct 24, 2013 | 11:59 AM

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I replaced my pressure hose without removing the pump. The return line is even easier.

Oct 24, 2013 | 12:22 PM

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yes just a PITA

Oct 24, 2013 | 01:01 PM

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I replaced my pressure hose without removing the pump. The return line is even easier.

Awesome! Any how-tos on it?

Oct 24, 2013 | 01:13 PM

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Might be faster just taking it off, those little damn nipples are gonna be a paint to pull and cap off

Oct 24, 2013 | 01:23 PM

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Awesome! Any how-tos on it?

I did a search on here for power steering hose or something along those lines. It's pretty straight forward, though. You just need patience getting the fitting loose that goes to the pump since there's very minimal range of motion in that spot; it'd be a lot easier if you have crows feet.

You should also take a look at this thread and consider getting rid of your OE cooler: https://ls1tech.com/forums/general-m...g-success.html

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Oct 24, 2013 | 02:41 PM

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If I did it over again I would NOT add an aftermarket cooler -- I'd just get the new upper hose and be done with it.

Oct 24, 2013 | 02:54 PM

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If I did it over again I would NOT add an aftermarket cooler -- I'd just get the new upper hose and be done with it.

Thank for all the info. I've been reading the thread on it. Still making my mind up.

Oct 25, 2013 | 08:07 AM

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If I did it over again I would NOT add an aftermarket cooler -- I'd just get the new upper hose and be done with it.

If you don't mind me asking why would you not put a cooler on?

Oct 25, 2013 | 11:59 AM

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If you don't mind me asking why would you not put a cooler on?

I don't feel as though it actually makes a difference considering the limited location we have to mount them. The factory cooler acts as a heat exchanger (like the coolant that runs through the throttle body) rather than an actual cooler. You'll also notice in that thread there is empirical evidence suggesting that things are remaining stable without the coolers.

Further, it's less clutter and one less thing to leak

Oct 25, 2013 | 01:32 PM

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That is exactly the answer I was looking for. Thank you. I believe I'm gonna go without and see how it goes.

Oct 25, 2013 | 02:02 PM

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Is it possible to replace the hoses without taking the pump off? I believe one of mine is leaking and I'm trying to prepare for what I'll need to do the job.

Just replaced my High Pressure hose which was shot. Pretty straightforward but removing the top of the hose was a PITA since the pulley got in the way. Just unbolt the bottom of the hose and let it drain. Also make sure to seal the ends when you unbolt them because you don't want to get any sort of fluids on your belt when you try to remove your hose. I just cut off the finger of a latex glove and put it over the end of the hose and used a rubber band to secure it on.

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If you don't mind me asking why would you not put a cooler on?

If you're not autox'ing or racing, you can get by without the need for a cooler.

Oct 25, 2013 | 02:11 PM

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If you're not autox'ing or racing, you can get by without the need for a cooler.

Thanks for the info. I don't plan on doing any now. Just spirited road driving. I'll install one later once I plan on doing some racing. How long did it take to do the hose swap?

Oct 25, 2013 | 02:25 PM

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Thanks for the info. I don't plan on doing any now. Just spirited road driving. I'll install one later once I plan on doing some racing. How long did it take to do the hose swap?

Was my first time so a couple hours. But if you know what you're doing it can be done in less than 30 min.

Oct 26, 2013 | 01:28 AM

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Is it possible to replace the hoses without taking the pump off? I believe one of mine is leaking and I'm trying to prepare for what I'll need to do the job.

I changed the high pressure hose and it was quite easy, took maybe 15 minutes. Just snake it in there and tighten each end.

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Feb 5, 2014 | 08:57 PM

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So I'm finally about to replace the whole steering rack... So far I've replaced the pump, pulley, high pressure hose and put on an aftermarket cooler. After doing all that I noticed I've still got a leak from the rack and the other hose that connects into the rack. Where can I find that other hose? I don't see it listed on any parts house website. Is it a GM only part?