Re: Steering Rack leak

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Michael J. Funk wrote:
> 
> Hey all...
> 
> As some of you may remember, my '89 200q has a steering rack leak and a bad
> brake accumulator.  Thanks again to all who helped with suggestions for
> places to get the parts!  My question now is how long can I go with the
> leaking steering rack?  I know the accumulator should hold up a little while
> longer, but I have no idea about the rack.  What should I look for?  Can I
> keep topping the fluid levels off for the time being?  How I can tell how
> bad the leak is?  I just am a little short on cash right now so I'm hoping I
> can delay the repair.  Any help would be appreciated.
> 
> Thanks!
> 
> -Mike
> 
> '89 200q

With a slow leak you might get over a year for both, if you dont mind
the Pentosin loss and the messy gummy stuff, that it leaves, which is
sooo difficult to clean afterwards. BTDT on 2 cars.

Igor Kessel
'89 200TQ