Power steering hoses
Discussion
Hi all,
I'm looking to replace my power steering hoses in the new year as I'm planning a trip to nürburgring and after seeing the state they were in while replacing the quick rack, I want to get them changed.
I have found plenty of places for the high pressure hose that's not a problem, but only one place for the return hose. My thinking now is to get a new aftermarket cooler and have the return hoses made up by hel.
My question is, what are the sizes for the fitting into the rack, and the hose size I'll need. The cooler I'm looking at has a 3/8 fitment, is this the same as original into the reservoir also?
Also how much length of hose would I need for both return?
Hope that makes sense, thanks!
I'm looking to replace my power steering hoses in the new year as I'm planning a trip to nürburgring and after seeing the state they were in while replacing the quick rack, I want to get them changed.
I have found plenty of places for the high pressure hose that's not a problem, but only one place for the return hose. My thinking now is to get a new aftermarket cooler and have the return hoses made up by hel.
My question is, what are the sizes for the fitting into the rack, and the hose size I'll need. The cooler I'm looking at has a 3/8 fitment, is this the same as original into the reservoir also?
Also how much length of hose would I need for both return?
Hope that makes sense, thanks!
A couple of years ago I decided to replace my original factory cooler as it had sprung a leak due to corrosion.
I purchased a Mishimoto cooler kit, complete with rubber hoses, Jubilee clamps etc and since fitting has worked flawlessly.
After draining and dismantling the old system and brackets I got to work.
Purchased a length of flat steel bar from B&Q, cut to size two brackets, using a vice, bent two mounting tabs and drilled holes to allow it to be fitted to the slam panel, and three mounting holes on each to secure the cooler too.
Liberal spray of black high temperature paint.
Piece of masking tape applied to allow exact location and keep any damage to a minimum when I drilled the two holes, I used bolts and nuts with a wee bit of locktite just to be sure.
Fitting and plumbing everything in was simple, filled everything with fluid, burped the system and voila.
I did notice a slight vibration from the brackets/cooler but easily rectified with a small zip tie and now it's rock solid a hopefully last for quite a few years.
And for a bonus for me, when the cooler arrived it was damaged in the post, ripped packaging and quite a few cooling fins bent out of shape.
After contacting the seller (EBAY) I received a full refund.
Took me a good half hour to bend all of the fins back into position, you can probably see where I had to do this on the first photo.
I would highly recommend doing something like this if your system needs an overhaul.
I purchased a Mishimoto cooler kit, complete with rubber hoses, Jubilee clamps etc and since fitting has worked flawlessly.
After draining and dismantling the old system and brackets I got to work.
Purchased a length of flat steel bar from B&Q, cut to size two brackets, using a vice, bent two mounting tabs and drilled holes to allow it to be fitted to the slam panel, and three mounting holes on each to secure the cooler too.
Liberal spray of black high temperature paint.
Piece of masking tape applied to allow exact location and keep any damage to a minimum when I drilled the two holes, I used bolts and nuts with a wee bit of locktite just to be sure.
Fitting and plumbing everything in was simple, filled everything with fluid, burped the system and voila.
I did notice a slight vibration from the brackets/cooler but easily rectified with a small zip tie and now it's rock solid a hopefully last for quite a few years.
And for a bonus for me, when the cooler arrived it was damaged in the post, ripped packaging and quite a few cooling fins bent out of shape.
After contacting the seller (EBAY) I received a full refund.
Took me a good half hour to bend all of the fins back into position, you can probably see where I had to do this on the first photo.
I would highly recommend doing something like this if your system needs an overhaul.
Edited by Steve BCV8 on Sunday 22 December 10:50
Edited by Steve BCV8 on Sunday 22 December 12:30
Thanks for the replies.
So I'm keeping the high pressure line an OEM replacement, as I'm hearing mixed things about using braided lines for the HP. Once that is done I will waxoyl or similar where the bracket is to stop it rusting.
For the low pressure return, like yourself I've ordered a mishimoto with 6AN fittings, and I'll use rubber lines with 90 degree fitments on the top, so the return for the reservoir can go on the right hand side.
Not sure about the brackets yet, I did manage to find some OEM replacements, and combine that with some universal brackets I'm hoping I'll be able to come up with something.
So I'm keeping the high pressure line an OEM replacement, as I'm hearing mixed things about using braided lines for the HP. Once that is done I will waxoyl or similar where the bracket is to stop it rusting.
For the low pressure return, like yourself I've ordered a mishimoto with 6AN fittings, and I'll use rubber lines with 90 degree fitments on the top, so the return for the reservoir can go on the right hand side.
Not sure about the brackets yet, I did manage to find some OEM replacements, and combine that with some universal brackets I'm hoping I'll be able to come up with something.
Hi all,
After lots of planning and waiting on parts etc I finally got round to fitting the power steering hoses today. And replacing a leaky rad and condensor while I was sorting everything.
I'm really pleased with how it all fitted and looks. I even got some shelf brackets from b&q and sprayed them impulse blue. HOWEVER, when it all went back together, excited for the big startup. The brand new mishimoto rad sprang a leak. Looks like a pinhole. So I'm absolutely gutted, I've contacted them for a replacement under the warranty so I'll update with that. But here's some pics so far
After lots of planning and waiting on parts etc I finally got round to fitting the power steering hoses today. And replacing a leaky rad and condensor while I was sorting everything.
I'm really pleased with how it all fitted and looks. I even got some shelf brackets from b&q and sprayed them impulse blue. HOWEVER, when it all went back together, excited for the big startup. The brand new mishimoto rad sprang a leak. Looks like a pinhole. So I'm absolutely gutted, I've contacted them for a replacement under the warranty so I'll update with that. But here's some pics so far
Sorry your new radiator has a leak, thats just typical!
The rest of the job looks good though and that cooler is very nice.
I have been meaning to get a Mishimoto radiator for years but never got round to it as there was always something else that needed doing. Having said that I’ve heard a few cases of these radiators having small leaks but generally the consensus seems to be they are usually OK.
I did look at the Cold Case radiators which were cheaper, and I also came across Griffin radiators which were very expensive, so as my original radiator was still OK I gave up and put the job off.
Keep us informed as to how you get on with your warranty claim, hopefully you will be sorted and back on the road soon.
The rest of the job looks good though and that cooler is very nice.
I have been meaning to get a Mishimoto radiator for years but never got round to it as there was always something else that needed doing. Having said that I’ve heard a few cases of these radiators having small leaks but generally the consensus seems to be they are usually OK.
I did look at the Cold Case radiators which were cheaper, and I also came across Griffin radiators which were very expensive, so as my original radiator was still OK I gave up and put the job off.
Keep us informed as to how you get on with your warranty claim, hopefully you will be sorted and back on the road soon.
Thank you! I overestimated the lengths of the braided hose though so have had to do some creative re routing and cable tying but I guess too much is better than not enough.
This morning mishimoto uk said they would send out a replacement no fuss. So I'm happy with that I didn't have to put in a claim or anything just messaged them with pics of the leak etc. Fingers crossed the next one will be all good. And I get no Leaks from the power steering either!
This morning mishimoto uk said they would send out a replacement no fuss. So I'm happy with that I didn't have to put in a claim or anything just messaged them with pics of the leak etc. Fingers crossed the next one will be all good. And I get no Leaks from the power steering either!
stevieturbo said:
Where was the leak ? in the core ? end tank ? weld ? other ?
Just randomly in the middle, behind the fans. At first I thought it was from the screw holding the brackets to the condenser but it was actually higher up. Must be a manufacturing flaw. They're sending me out a new one anywayGassing Station | HSV & Monaro | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff