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Steering gear box leaking 1995 U300

Gear box  leaking on left side from large plastic plug.not sure if it can be repaired without removing complete unit.From post i have read apparently its a sheppard M100 but need correct part number to either replace or have rebuilt.Sheppard instructions on complete part number is located behind mounting area.Wondering if someone has had this problem and which direction to go that hopefully is less expensive.Not sure how plastic plug is secured to housing. I could remove complete end cap which would include plastic plug but with out schematic not sure what is behind.Any and all input would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks  Curley 

Re: Steering gear box leaking 1995 U300

Reply #1 –
Probably need a seal,someone that has replaced theirs will soon chime in,search the forum for steering box seal.
96 U270 BUILD 4810
85 380SL
Drummonds TN.

Re: Steering gear box leaking 1995 U300

Reply #2 –
This is a common thing that happens.  There are several threads that deal with this problem. Some remove and send off to a rebuilder the 2 that is most often used is Chalks or Red head.  With your location Chalks would be the closest (Houston area) and most likely could do a rebuild while you wait. Some have DIY with new seals and there are several threads on that way also. If you are a contortionist  you can reseal it without pulling the case.

Mike
Pamela & Mike 97 U 320

"It's not what happens to you, but how you react to it that matters."

Re: Steering gear box leaking 1995 U300

Reply #3 –
Curly, if you are in Houston area, call me.  I have the solution for your consideration.

Rudy Legett  7 one 3  8 one 8  3234
Rudy Legett
2003 U320 4010 ISM 450 hp
2001 U320 4220 ISM 450 hp
1995 U320 M11 400 hp
1990 Granvilla 300 hp 3208T
Aqua Hot Service Houston and Southeast Texas

Re: Steering gear box leaking 1995 U300

Reply #4 –
Steering gearbox leak
Sector Shaft Seal Kit for Sheppard M90 M100 Power Steering Gears Replace...
Dont know if your box is the same. Very heavy and out of position. Requires special tools to remove and reinstall.
Scott

Re: Steering gear box leaking 1995 U300

Reply #5 –
Curley, if it's just the driver side seal leaking, it is relatively easy to remove and replace that seal with the box in place.  Do a search here and you should be able to find the seal part number. I got mine on Ebay.  You can do the seal change without losing too much hydraulic fluid.
Mark & Bev
2001 U295 36' Slide
Cummins ISC 8.3 350HP
Build #5802
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