[rob588cliff]

Hi,
I've got a new (to me) CCV V8, most parts and engine are from a RR classic). The power steering resevoir is located in a really bad position and the tank itself is in very poor condition. I plan to replace it with the tank pictured below, is someone able to help with a couple of basic questions ?!

* Is there any reason why this new tank wouldn't work ?

* Does the tank need to be fitted at a certain height for any reason (like a header tank), or can it go anywhere ?

* The current system has two equally sized hoses going to the resevoir. The new tank has one connection smaller than the other. Is it ok to reduce the existing hose at the end to fit the new tank ? I'm guessing the new tank functions slightly differently to the old one. Do I need to hunt for a different tank ?

Thanks all

 

[Hicap phill]

That’s looks a standard power steering res for most LR/RR.
Unsure how far you can locate from steering box most are above the box. As the flow from box goes direct into this.
Mount higher than the pump.

 

[rob588cliff]

Thanks for the reply.

One hose connector on the new tank is smaller than the other. How do I deal with that ? The two hoses that connect to the existing tank are both the same diameter. Is it OK to put a reducer on one hose end ?

Cheers.

 

[Hicap phill]

Thanks for the reply.

One hose connector on the new tank is smaller than the other. How do I deal with that ? The two hoses that connect to the existing tank are both the same diameter. Is it OK to put a reducer on one hose end ?

Cheers.

Yep just put a reducer on it.
If I’m home early tonight I will check my motor & post a photo if needed.

 

[rob588cliff]

Appreciated. Thanks

 

[Hicap phill]

Appreciated. Thanks

1 pipe into steering box
1pipe to pump.(metal pipe & rubber ends)
As you see I have just clips on the reservoir.

Thought…. Unsure how a left hand drive is set up. Off for a search to see if the res is moved .

 

[Hicap phill]

@hef19898 after some help…is your motor a left hand drive?
Would you have any photos of the locations of your power steering reservoir(don’t worry if it’s the old metal type just need location)
Thanks for helping us out

 

[Datatek]

Do not forget, one pipe from the tank is for flow, the other for return, they are not the same.