So, it looks like I have a leak in my power steering. I DO NOT think it is coming from the rack & pinion or anywhere around the steering. It appears to be leaking from either the high pressure line or maybe a bad oring that needs to be replaced since that side is where the fluid drips are appearing on my floor in the garage. I have cleaned the rubber part of the hose on the top and have noticed it gets pretty dirty again and have seen fluid slowly running down the hose.
My main question is, how difficult would replacing the high pressure hose be and how long would something like that take for a home mechanic? I watched a YT video already on replacing the hose just to get an idea of what is involved, appears to be a challenge routing the new line in along with limited room. I also have all the tools needed (flare/crow foot wrench) for the job already, if I decide to do it myself.. I am not really afraid of doing the work, but once in a while, my time is more valuable so if it is going to take 6+ hours,I may just have an indy shop do it depending on price. Anyone have had it done and know how much something like this might cost?
My main question is, how difficult would replacing the high pressure hose be and how long would something like that take for a home mechanic? I watched a YT video already on replacing the hose just to get an idea of what is involved, appears to be a challenge routing the new line in along with limited room. I also have all the tools needed (flare/crow foot wrench) for the job already, if I decide to do it myself.. I am not really afraid of doing the work, but once in a while, my time is more valuable so if it is going to take 6+ hours,I may just have an indy shop do it depending on price. Anyone have had it done and know how much something like this might cost?