replacing power steering belt

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  1. GottaWearShades

    GottaWearShades Member

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    Hi All,
    I'm thinking about attempting to replace the power steering belt myself. Not done it before - I know it's not that difficult. The problem I run into is that I have a bad shoulder so If something requires a lot of 'umph', I'm in trouble.
    Any suggestions or advice?
    Gotta
     
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    Use a pry bar
     
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    Yeah, ,it is all in leverage.
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    :naughty:...there is a...boss...on the pump housing to put a wrench on...this way you don't...cave in...the side of the...tank...with a pry bar...:yup:

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    never knew this. thanks Frank
     
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  6. GottaWearShades

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    Boss, pry bar, leverage . . . awesome. I can do this.
    Thanks guys.
    Gotta
     
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