I recently added a Corvette Central power steering kit to a 66 small block with 4-speed. I can detect a small amount of assist but not nearly as much as I was expecting. The assist that I can detect seems to be present when I'm slowly moving and gently turn the wheel either direction. There does not seem to be any assist when I aggressively move the wheel such as when I'm parking or turning in tight quarters. I verified the tension on the pump belt, the routing of the hydraulic hoses, the fluid level, and re-bled the system.
From checking the archives and other troubleshooting articles, it seems the likely culprit is either the pump or the power valve. I'm willing to buy a pressure testing gauge but don't currently own one so I have not done any pressure checking.
Has anyone dealt with a similar experience or are you aware of ways to check the pump and the power valve without a test gauge?
Thanks, Tim
From checking the archives and other troubleshooting articles, it seems the likely culprit is either the pump or the power valve. I'm willing to buy a pressure testing gauge but don't currently own one so I have not done any pressure checking.
Has anyone dealt with a similar experience or are you aware of ways to check the pump and the power valve without a test gauge?
Thanks, Tim
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