Power steering fluid leak 987

[richardm]

Morning all,
Asking advice about a fluid leak from power steering near side front boot on my 987. A noise coming from nearside rear I’m guessing means the pump is low on fluid. Is it true that this could mean a new steering rack as it’s a sealed unit, or there any serviceable parts under that rubber boot? Rather unfortunate tbh as I have the car for sale at the moment, and can’t get it booked in for a couple of weeks. So advice would be much appreciated, or indeed a if there’s a capable enthusiast out there looking for a project car with generous allowance on cost!! ????
Thanks for reading, and any advice/replies/offers much appreciated!

 

[CLIFFWILKINS]

Afraid that sounds like a new or reconditioned rack it's sealed . If using the car still you need to keep the fluid topped up to keep the pump happy.

Good luck with the fix.

 

[Motorhead]

Hi Richard,

I’d agree with Cliff on both counts.

You may be able to source a refurbished steering rack at a lower cost than a new replacement. Here’s an example, although I’m sure there are other suppliers if you check online:

https://shop.westernpowersteering.co.uk/porsche/POR987RR.html

Jeff

 

[Mark Elder]

Western reconditioned my 993 rack about 3 years ago - so far for good. (Not that I've done many miles). The shortage of used 993 racks meant I had to have mine taken off and sent away and wait for it to be sent back - but they only took a few days.

 

[richardm]

Thanks Cliff, I was afraid that might be the answer [&o]

 

[richardm]

Thanks Jeff, that's interesting, they seemed to be a good outfit.

 

[richardm]

Thanks Mark, that was quick service indeed

 

[AndrewCS]

Assuming that a RHD rack is a mirror of this diagram ...

Maybe a pipe union - the sealing ring (4) - the joint where the inner track rod (6) meets the rack body

Is the gaiter / bellows split ?