power steering fluid foamy

[Orin Eman]

> 
> I recently purchased a 5ktq from an auction and it only had a couple of
> problems, the most significant being no power brakes or steering. I filled
> the reservoir(a little over a quart) and the power assist is somewhat
> intermittent. The fluid is all foamy with air bubbles, and I was wondering
> if there is a bleeding sequence, or if the air will work itself out
> eventually. I don't currently drive the car, so if I just have to run it,
> then let it sit..... that is fine.

It usually means the power steering pump needs replacing/resealing.
Search the archives for "pentosin volcano".

Bleeding doesn't help and is merely a matter of turning the steering
from lock to lock anyway.

Orin.