What's the deal with the power steering or lack there of? Anyone have or having any problems with theirs? The fluid is good. It's really bad when I first start up after sitting for a while. If this keeps up I'll have arms like Popeye the sailor. As always any and all thoughts would be greatful.

Ken

 

Ever since I owned my truck, the steering has been tough. We also own a Suburban (family truck) and the difference in the steering is day/night!<br><br>I have talked to my nieghbor (owns a 97 CTD) and his steering is about the same as mine... tough.<br><br>Ive just assumed that this is the way they're designed.<br><br>Ive heard running synthetic fluid will help. How much help, I dont know.<br><br>Rich.

 

I drive a 1996 4x4 and it drives like a Caddy! I can't explain why your steering is so tough.<br><br>

 

I run Royal Purple Max-EZ power steering fluid in mine. Drives like Tops Caddy! ;D <br><br>Tony

 

[quote author=SFtopSGT link=board=5;threadid=11763;start=0#111579 date=1046811011]<br>I drive a 1996 4x4 and it drives like a Caddy! I can't explain why your steering is so tough.<br>[/quote]<br><br>Hey Ken,<br><br>Dont let SFtopSGT fool you, he's got arms like Popeye the Sailor!<br>His power steering could go out, and he'd never notice!<br><br>&lt;DieselDaze ducks to miss the flying can of Spinach!&gt;<br> <br><br>Rich

 

Does 100 reps with a Yugo and wonders if I can toss a rock all the way to Nevada :

 

If I'm stopped and the truck is cold, the steering is extremely hard. Same with my dad's 6.5. I just assumed it was cause of the big tires.

 

[quote author=SFtopSGT link=board=5;threadid=11763;start=0#111592 date=1046812520]<br>Does 100 reps with a Yugo and wonders if I can toss a rock all the way to Nevada :<br>[/quote]<br><br>Ready when you are. ;D

 

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[quote author=SFtopSGT link=board=5;threadid=11763;start=0#111592 date=1046812520]
Does 100 reps with a Yugo and wonders if I can toss a rock all the way to Nevada :
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Ready when you are. ;D
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Hey Top, when you fling that rock, just remember Nevada is to the WEST of you.

(gets the Richard Tracy super secret spy long range binoculars out)

 

I had problems with mine about a year ago, the unit went south. Took it to the dealer and they replaced the power steering unit under the 36 K warranty. Now over 56 K, so now I'm on my own!!!<br><br>When it gets below 20 degrees, the power steering unit takes a few minutes (maybe 5) until the fluid begins to flow and lubricate properly. Probably good idea to let warm up (when it's cold) before driving for about 5 minutes or so. <br><br>Good luck!!!<br><br><br> <br><br>

 

I use the Valvoline semi-synthetic in mine. The fluid is clear as water. Mine was never hard to turn, just a whine in the mornings. Since I've been usiing the other fluid its runs like a top. No more squeeling! I also drain the fluid ever 10 - 15k miles.