So I have a new (to me) 2001 325i daily driver with 104K miles on it.
The power steering pump has bitten the dust. (It's making knocking noises, very heavy steering, vibrations, etc.) It's a LUK LF30.
I've read a bunch about LF20 (less boost, better feel) vs. LF30 (more boost, lighter steering). I can't really tell the condition of the existing high pressure hose. I am planning on replacing the hoses and reservoir when I replace the pump.
So here's my question - Do I go with the straight LF30 replacement, or, since I'm changing the hoses anyway, get an LF20?
Next - there are many used LF30s floating around. There are also a whole bunch of aftermarket and rebuilt replacement parts available. I wouldn't go used LF20, but again, there are a whole bunch of aftermarket and remans floating around.
Any specifically good sellers/brands? Any to stay away from? $$$ are a significant issue currently, and OEM doesn't seem to be all that great, anyway...
Thanks for your help!
The power steering pump has bitten the dust. (It's making knocking noises, very heavy steering, vibrations, etc.) It's a LUK LF30.
I've read a bunch about LF20 (less boost, better feel) vs. LF30 (more boost, lighter steering). I can't really tell the condition of the existing high pressure hose. I am planning on replacing the hoses and reservoir when I replace the pump.
So here's my question - Do I go with the straight LF30 replacement, or, since I'm changing the hoses anyway, get an LF20?
Next - there are many used LF30s floating around. There are also a whole bunch of aftermarket and rebuilt replacement parts available. I wouldn't go used LF20, but again, there are a whole bunch of aftermarket and remans floating around.
Any specifically good sellers/brands? Any to stay away from? $$$ are a significant issue currently, and OEM doesn't seem to be all that great, anyway...
Thanks for your help!