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Gavin
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2/02/2010
20:01:25

Subject: Power steering cooler
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I was recently told that If i put on a Power
steering cooler I would not go through so many
pumps. I have a 2004 Dodge Dakota with a 3 inch
lift, 305/75/16's. I have gone through 6 power
steering pumps. Has any one had this problem, and or
else know how to fix it..?

Thanks,

Gavin



JasonB
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2/02/2010
22:11:35

RE: Power steering cooler
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Did these power steering pump failures start after you put on those tires?
If so, I know how to fix it.



Gavin
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2/02/2010
22:29:44

RE: Power steering cooler
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No, It started before I put them on! I had 285's
before I put on the 305's. What would you say to fix
it? (buy smaller ones?)



pssst
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2/03/2010
11:31:27

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"No, It started before I put them on"
"What would you say to fix it? (buy smaller ones?)"

If it did it before you put the larger tires
then obviously going back to smaller ones won't
help.



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2/03/2010
11:38:46

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I believe you are the 1st to post on here about repeated power steering pump issues. Is this under normal (daily) driving conditions, a lot of off-roading (slow moving, rocks, careful negociating, etc.) or through the mud type? Under normal conditions this is very unusual...under slow stuff or muddy stuff depending on how taxing you are on the steering system, they could fail. I would think if you had a blockage, say in a line or the steering box, you would notice it in wheel inputs/ response. I would be looking into a cooler as well...especially if you are wheeling it on a regular basis.

Good luck.



Gavin
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2/03/2010
11:51:45

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It goes out under normal conditions or when My tires
are sorta spinning in snow.



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2/03/2010
15:05:50

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This whole post yet again a total waste of time!
This was all addressed in his previous post. What he
is doing now is searching for the reply that he
wants to hear! So if you have nothing better to do
then go ahead and play along.



Gavin
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2/03/2010
16:53:43

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@ LOL You are sorta being a dick. I was curious if anyone has had this problem. Or if anyone could have advice on what they used....Sorry for wanting to fix my ride.



U
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2/03/2010
20:15:02

RE: Power steering cooler
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Gavin if anyone is being a Dick it's you!
2 of the most helpful and knowledgeable guys on
here told you about the cooler.

You instead said
"ow my mechanic told me I don't need one"

By the way the same guy that put what the other 5
or 6 on!
What did we tell you about that?

DUHHHHHHHH!

he's going to say no cause he wants you coming
back!!!!!
You keep searching for answer that you want to
hear and have fun.



Gavin
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2/03/2010
20:22:03

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aight.... I guess I am just curious on what one to
use. Any insight there?



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2/03/2010
22:38:45

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Rocket science...put stock tires on, stock pump...done.

I know thats not what you want to hear



Me
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2/03/2010
23:43:47

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"Rocket science...put stock tires on, stock
pump...done.

I know thats not what you want to hear"

If I read correctly it was doing this before the
larger tires.

Gavin never met your mechanic but I can tell you
already he isn't very bright. The issue should
have been addressed & solved after pump #2.

As for the cooler do a google, Alot of guys have
had the same problems and solved it with a cooler.

Find your previous post on this subject. I gave
you links to sites as to where to buy and a site
with a step by step walk through instructions with
pictures.

Power steering coolers came stock on pick ups
years ago and for good reason.



Me again
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2/03/2010
23:48:31

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Gavin heres the link to your previous post

http://www.dodgedakota.net/boards/gen/27599.html

and a copy an paste of my reply you should take
the time to read and go over the links.

""
12/16/2009
21:57:07

Gavin here are some useful pages for you.
Be sure to save/bookmark them.

http://www.stu-
offroad.com/steering/pscooler/pscooler-1.htm

http://www.go-fast.org/z28/pscool.html


a kit for 26$
http://www.amazon.com/Derale-13200-Cooler-
Steering-Aluminum/dp/B0006HNM66

Though personally I'd use Jegs
head to their site and do a search,call or write
them. ""




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