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May 5, 2009 | 09:51 AM

jeff351

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power steering pump question

In the process of replacing my leaky power steering pump. Whenever I go to order, they always ask if its metric or standard. What are they talking about?

90 f150 xlt 4X4, 302 auto

May 5, 2009 | 11:20 AM

rattosh51

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From: St. Paul, MN

Metric or standard bolts holding it on?? Not sure...

May 5, 2009 | 02:28 PM

gthbryce

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From: Carmichael, CA

my power steering pump is leaking too...damn pumps

May 5, 2009 | 02:39 PM

hawgystyle

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From: Jupiter, Fl

its the nuts that hold it on i belive, and have you tried to put some power steering sealant in, that fixed all my problems

May 5, 2009 | 04:19 PM

Roger T. Pipe

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From: Sandy Hook, CT

For power steering leaks, try 1 tsp of brake fluid in the res. This works by slightly expanding the seals, thus plugging the leak. I've done this for years and it has never failed me!
Roger

May 5, 2009 | 05:19 PM

EPNCSU2006

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From: Concord, NC

The metric vs. standard refers to the pressure hose fitting, best I can tell. The pump itself should be the same, but I don't know that for sure. I was able to swap hose fittings between my 95 parts engine pump (compression fitting) and my 87 factory pump (o-ring fitting).