Power steering ram/cylinder restoration

[Chuck M.]

Hey guys,
Our power steering ram is leaking and I wanted to know if anyone can recommend a place that can rebuild it. The part is original to the car so I would like to have it repaired.

Thanks for the help.
Chuck

[Russ S.]

Re: Power steering ram/cylinder restoration

Either Lone Star Caliper or Stainless Steel Brakes. They both do it.

[Jim T.]

Re: Power steering ram/cylinder restoration

I installed a new seal in my 70's cylinder over 20 years ago and still have no leakage. Was not a difficult repair/replacement. New seal came from GM.

[Russ S.]

Re: Power steering ram/cylinder restoration

I installed a new seal in my 70's cylinder over 20 years ago and still have no leakage. Was not a difficult repair/replacement. New seal came from GM.

The cylinder can be resealed if the chrome shaft doesn't have a groove worn in it at approx six inches from the shaft end. If it has a wear ring, then it will need to be sent in for rebuild.

[Chuck M.]

Re: Power steering ram/cylinder restoration

Thanks for the help! I'll look into all of those suggestions.

Chuck

[Craig S.]

Re: Power steering ram/cylinder restoration

ZIP CORVETTE has an excellent step by step tech article on their web site. Makes it an easy do-it-yourself project.
Craig