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Ok. I noticed a small leak form 2445 yesterday and pinpointed the problem to the rack and pinion. It seems to be leaking a very small amount from the drivers side boot. Since I detailed that area 3 weeks ago, and it only took about 1 oz of fluid to fill up, I know it must be fairly recent.
My question is, is there a seal that I can replace under the boot or do I need to replace the entire rack and pinion? AutoZone want $175 for a new rack, and $25 for new tie rod ends.
The other question would have to be, is this really all that hard to change out? I could take personnal day and use the shop where I have my jack and jack stands and enough tools to make Tim Taylor drool. I am confident I could pull it off, just wondering how long. If I start in the morning (say at 8 AM) would I have enough time to get it to the alignment shop by 3 pm, or make sure the wife could pick me up?
My question is, is there a seal that I can replace under the boot or do I need to replace the entire rack and pinion? AutoZone want $175 for a new rack, and $25 for new tie rod ends.
The other question would have to be, is this really all that hard to change out? I could take personnal day and use the shop where I have my jack and jack stands and enough tools to make Tim Taylor drool. I am confident I could pull it off, just wondering how long. If I start in the morning (say at 8 AM) would I have enough time to get it to the alignment shop by 3 pm, or make sure the wife could pick me up?