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Old 07-26-2010, 09:42 AM
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I need to replace my pwr steering pump on my '96 Gen VI 502. Can I buy a new automovtive pump or do I have to buy one for marine use? All help/advise appreciated.
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Old 07-26-2010, 11:19 AM
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I've used an automotive unit with no problems. I had several laying around from a Chevy suburban. They were identical to one on my gen VI engine.
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there is a valve with a certain orfice size in your pump.I would put the old one in the new pump.theres a thread on it here somewhere.
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Summit racing has the stock Gm pump with tank for around 60 bucks.
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yes, just change over the pressure regulator where the high pressure line connects, it's under the fitting and the spring as well....
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