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(Message started by: Pegasus on Jun 26^th, 2014, 9:16pm)

Title: Power steering leak on Cosworth
Post by Pegasus on Jun 26^th, 2014, 9:16pm

Hi All,
Noticed a small leak of fluid - examination shows it's coming from the rubber tube leading from the PS switch to the rack. This tube has a 2" brass collar about half way along its length right where it rests on the undertray. The leak occurs at 1 end of the collar. Although it's a small leak at moment it's sufficient to start alarm bells ringing so wanted to change it.

Unfortunately, Trevor at FPUK says he can't find it anywhere so it must be obsolete (part no 1068235).

Does anyone know of another source or any other ideas on how to sort this?

Thanks

Paul

Title: Re: Power steering leak on Cosworth
Post by a900one on Jun 26^th, 2014, 10:12pm

Had the same problem, must of had the last pipe from trevor. I went to a hydralic pipe repair firm local to me who said they could repair it for app £90, but as a new one was still poss I went for that, cost £140.
Spikes has them, not sure how much, sorry i am not a lot of help.
That was the part number of the one I had.
Here is the information requested:
Scorpio 1998 (+)"GB"Cosworth 2.9 V6 A4LD 4 Door Saloon RHD
Power Steering Feed Pipe (Pump to Rack)
Part Number: 1068235
Retail Price: £131.36
You Pay: £111.66
Postage & Packing
Royal Mail/Parcel Force UK 2Day Service £5.50
Prices subject to VAT @ 20%
Total Cost: £140.59
If you wish to order with your credit card please do so via the secure link below.
The Postal Address must be the same as the Address registered to the Card

Title: Re: Power steering leak on Cosworth
Post by Simmo on Jun 27^th, 2014, 6:38am

Hi Paul, sorry to hear your news. Have a look at this page (http://www.yell.com/s/hoses+and+flexible+pipes-bromley-kent.html) Looks like the first one may be the one to try. Good luck, Mike.

Update. Just looked up the firm and if you go to This page (http://www.pirtek.co.uk/pirtek-products.aspx) click 'find out more' and have a look at the video. They make up hoses to order so essentially they should be able to help you. I'm sure you'll let us know how you get on. ;)

Title: Re: Power steering leak on Cosworth
Post by gozz on Jun 27^th, 2014, 8:23am

Our local Pirtek depot has been very helpful to me when needing something obscure,their main operation is mobile hydraulic repairs on construction and agricultural plant etc,they are not particularly cheap,but obliging.

Title: Re: Power steering leak on Cosworth
Post by Pegasus on Jun 27^th, 2014, 8:45am

Thanks Lads,
will contact local Pirtek centre: they say they need the original to use the end fittings on the new hose but can make new hose up in 30 mins. This'll take some thinking about re removing hose, draining PAS fluid etc.

More to follow ...

Paul

Title: Re: Power steering leak on Cosworth
Post by Simmo on Jun 27^th, 2014, 10:17am

OK Paul. Certainly that video link indicates that car stuff is no problem. Good luck, Mike. ;)

Title: Re: Power steering leak on Cosworth
Post by a900one on Jun 27^th, 2014, 10:33am

Its not to bad to remove and refit, one bolt on the rack end, union on pump + support bracket. To drain the system take out the switch, have bowl ready ;D. I still have the old pipe just in case, it may be unused but the new part is still several years old. I did get hold of spike when I was looking, and he had one, and a breakers yard on ebay, but I already had the other then. Good luck with it.

Title: Re: Power steering leak on Cosworth
Post by a900one on Jul 14^th, 2014, 8:46am

Did you get sorted :)

Title: Re: Power steering leak on Cosworth
Post by Pegasus on Jul 19^th, 2014, 10:22pm

Hi,
now sorted.
Took it to local Pirtek. Bloke looked at it and took the usual large intake of breath and said it couldn't be done ??? as the hose end was too close to the PS switch and risked crushing/damaging the pipe either removing hose or welding new hose on. After discussion he got the boss (they're franchises) and he did the job.

20 mins and £62 later I had a new hose fitted to pipes. Now no leaks and works a dream now though occasionally have a little rumble when turning at low speed.

I've got a picture of new fitting but not yet got round to uploading it.

Paul

Title: Re: Power steering leak on Cosworth
Post by Simmo on Jul 20^th, 2014, 3:44pm

Paul, Did they suspend the car to do the job?. Don't forget IF they did you may need to turn the wheel from Lock to Lock a few times to rid the air. Best done on loose gravel or with the front just jacked enough to relieve the full weight on the front wheels so as not to strain the system.Known issue. :D

Title: Re: Power steering leak on Cosworth
Post by Pegasus on Jul 21^st, 2014, 8:17am

Hi Mike,
I took the piece with me - luckily they're practically beside local tram stop. They didn't remove it from the car - not allowed - not insured for it although they are insured to change over hoses for industrial vehicles.

System bled after refitting by turning to full lock etc. Rumble may be due to car being raised but it's been a week now - might take a little longer.

Paul