(Home) Steering stiff (Spa)

Can anybody tell mehow to tell if my power steering box is working ok.
The problem i have is that the steering in my model f is very stiff when stationary.
i know that it will be a bit more stiff when stationary but this is beyond the joke.
Also does anybody know where i can get a replacement or get it reconditioned
Thanx - (#2660) Cliff W, 6 Apr 02

One assumes it should have power steering, I'm not sure if all model F's do (Ian Dunse would probably confirm this) assuming it does have PAS then check the belt isn't slack/fallen off then check fluid, then suspect that either pump or steering box is faulty. If however steering is manual then it may need a good re-grease or rebuild time. HTH Rob. Is yours a pre 86 model, if not then it should in fact have a steering rack & not a box incidentally. - (#2662) Rob Drinkwater, 6 Apr 02

turn wheel all way around to right has far as it will go it shoul make a squeeling noise if not check fluid in resivoir should turn easy with engine on but when off should be stiff - (#2666) granty33, 7 Apr 02

Yep. Screeching on full lock is a good indication and as said loose belt or low fluid are the obvious problems.
Also check for under inflated tyres, worn steering linkage, incorrect wheel alignment, insufficient suspension and steering lubricant, worn upper or lower ball joints.
Ian - (#2668) Ian Dunse, 8 Apr 02