The Lotus Grand Tourers

Which power steering fluid should I use in my 1989 Excel? As it's a RWD Sierra Cosworth steering rack, is it fine to use Ford Power Steering Fluid from Halfords?

Many thanks.

I've Slick 50 in mine, with Lucas stop leak.

I use the Ford ATF/PAS fluid in my 86 Excel SE with no problems

I have to ask it again: Is Dexron II or Dexron III any good? And how much is needed for a complete refill?

Thanks in advance
Don

Service Notes section HA.3 - Dexron 2 type F or G, Capacity 0.9 Litre.

Chris, you are a living encyclopedia

Big thanks!

Hi don, you are very welcome , but all I did was check the service notes.

when my reservoir gets low enough i will be using Lucas power steering stop leak, you can use it as the fluid and it guarantees curing any rough spots or leaks or your money back....................................... ...............and aint to pricey

I used that about this time last year and it seemed to have the desired effect - got rid of a slight bit of play. The steering was a little bit stiffer though for a while.

Ted

ttedj wrote:I used that about this time last year and it seemed to have the desired effect - got rid of a slight bit of play. The steering was a little bit stiffer though for a while.

Ted

MrCoolA wrote:when my reservoir gets low enough i will be using Lucas power steering stop leak, you can use it as the fluid and it guarantees curing any rough spots or leaks or your money back....................................... ...............and aint to pricey

And it works - before my rack was refurbished during the engine rebuild, I was running a long-term test on it - a quick search should produce the thread.