Where'd the power go?

[bobberguy]

I have a 99 z28 ,i was doing some donuts in a parking lot (i know...silly) when my power steering went out all of a sudden. it was fine before that and hasn't worked since. with the car jacked up it moves fine(as expected) but if someone holds the tire i feel it all in the steering wheel . im getting no sounds of anything trying to work.no leaks. fluid was little low when it happened but not empty and still registering on dipstick. thanks guys. i will add anything that i think of that will help with diagnose as i can.

[JacobLS1]

Might sound obvious..how's the belt?

[Smittro]

Common issue after doing donuts with these cars is a dead or dieing PS pump.

[bobberguy]

belts good pulley has slight wobble to it. not sure if its normal or not, not making a sound. thought there may have been a ticking coming from it but not sure.

[Smittro]

The pump is likely dieing or dead.

[bobberguy]

glad to hear i thought it may be rack.i had no warning at all just crapped out, no more donuts. all the other pulleys are running true but the pump looks like a .020" wobble to it, that must be it. time to order one up. any suggestions? north of the border

[Smittro]

glad to hear i thought it may be rack.i had no warning at all just crapped out, no more donuts. all the other pulleys are running true but the pump looks like a .020" wobble to it, that must be it. time to order one up. any suggestions? north of the border

You could probably just get an OEM replacement or remanufactured unit.

I can't quote any particular brand really, as I've always just got standard replacement PS pumps. Sorry

[bobberguy]

i can confirm these car ain't liken the donuts. iv'e broken the powersteering pump shaft off. all fixed, easy job with right tools.

[bobberguy]

thanks smittro, big help. now you got a miracle fix for a slightly winy rear end. other then a 9 bolt,haha

[Smittro]

thanks smittro, big help. now you got a miracle fix for a slightly winy rear end. other then a 9 bolt,haha

12 bolt will work under there too..lol

But have you tried or added any LSD fluid?

GM, makes a specific type to help quiet the rear,, you can ask for it or it's equivalant @ most Auto Parts Stores.

Check your level FIRST,, then give that a shot, just don't over fill it.

If that does'nt work it could just be your 10-bolt doing what it's known for...dieing...:/