Noisy power steering

[Capman]

Hi guys, Just purchased the car and can't help but feel that the power steering shouldn't make the 'hissing' noise it does as i turn the wheel. it appears to be coming from the steering column.

Any Ideas?

[Andy_J]

Hissing from the power steering is pretty normal for an Elan. IF the fluid is topped up and the weight of the steering feels fine, I don't think it you should worry

[M100 TWO]

capman they all make a hissing noise on full lock nothing to worry about
john

[Capman]

Andy, John, thank you for the promp responce and for setting my mind at rest.

True gentlemen.

Regards,
Craig.

[WillB]

In fact if they don't make a hissing noise on full lock there's probably something up with your power steering!

[dkellis]

Fyi, I recall reading a post on another forum here on LEC from someone who worked on his steering, topped up and bled the power steering fluid, and discovered that the hiss had gone.

Look for the keyword "snakes" in the subject line, as I recall.

Dave

PS: Yes, my steering hisses too and No I haven't done anything about it. It's 'way down the list.

[Capman]

Thanks for the feedback everybody. I'll let you know if i ever manage to tame the snakes.