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Old 04-15-2019, 05:10 PM
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08 RAM 1500 heavy steering when cold but lighten up when warm, fluid was flushed out last year, no leaks in pump or rack
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Old 04-15-2019, 06:17 PM
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Failing pump?
 
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Have you changed tires or anything like that recently? Correct fluid used? I ask because some pumps leak like a sieve or fall apart with the wrong fluid.
 
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+1 for failing pump or worn spool valve in the rack....pump is cheaper...start there.
 
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