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Review on ๐Ÿ”ง Enhanced Performance: Edelmann 8775 Power Steering Gear Box Major Seal Kit by Larry Cho

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Works Great - Replacement Parts

The leaky steering box in my 2000 Astro Van is fully sealed and ready to go again. I did not use all of the gaskets included in this kit. Some appear to be extra to cover other models of steering gear and some I just didn't see the need to swap out as they are internal and I didn't have to remove the gear. So far away. To change the output shaft sealing ring, the connecting rod must be removed. This is best done with a Pitmarm puller and a percussion gun. A puller can be bought cheaply at most auto parts stores or rented for free. After removing the bipod arm you will also need to unscrew the 4 screws holding the aluminum cover on top and remove the cover and steering shaft. There is an inner seal and an outer seal with a snap ring and washer in between. On this box the input shaft oil seal was leaking, to do this loosen the large nut on the post and remove the 2 hole ring in front that goes over the oil seal. After loosening the nut on the post, note how tight the ring is so you can reinstall it properly. Using a sheet metal screw I removed the gasket and then reassembled. After a few weeks I still have no leak! This is also a good time to check your steering gear for play if it is removed from the vehicle and disassembled. I turned the adjuster screw just over a full turn to decrease the steering free play, don't go too far or it will be a tight spot. If he gets bottlenecked, let him go.

Pros
  • Quality Repair Kits
Cons
  • Unusable Features