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D-17 series II power steering issue

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Topic: D-17 series II power steering issue

Posted By: Joe(OH)
Subject: D-17 series II power steering issue
Date Posted: 31 Jan 2019 at 6:35am

D-17 series II factory power steering with distributor driven pump. Power steering works, but seems weak and I know it isnt working as good as it should. Fluid is full with universal trans/hydraulic. What should I start checking? Thanks!

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Life is simpler when you plow around the stump.

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Posted By: MACK
Date Posted: 31 Jan 2019 at 7:15am

Wornout pump or control valve needs readjusted. MACK

Posted By: AaronSEIA
Date Posted: 31 Jan 2019 at 7:21am

How cold is it? Mine all but quits working when it's cold out. I'm a moron and put 303 in it though. I've heard that you can use ATF and it isn't as affected by the cold. 5-10 minutes of warming up and I'm usually good to go.

AaronSEIA

Posted By: Joe(OH)
Date Posted: 31 Jan 2019 at 7:50am

I have a factory service manual, I will check out the control valve. Any advice on adjusting it MACK?

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Life is simpler when you plow around the stump.

Posted By: MACK
Date Posted: 31 Jan 2019 at 9:21pm

The AC service manual has the steps and torque. Be sure to put in all new orings.MACK