Steering pump compatibility

[sith33]

I’ve got an 86 D50 RWD 2L. My steering pump has gone bad. I can’t find a rebuilt one anywhere. The various parts sites seem to think the 84-86 models have a unique pump, which also is different from the 4x4 and diesel versions. Is that true? Anywhere else I can look for a replacement pump?

[geezer101]

Ok so I have a few possible sources. Old FWD Mitsubishi/Dodge with a SOHC 1.8 or 2.0 engine should have the same pump, belt and bracket assembly. Only difference is the FWD cars have a remote power steering fluid reservoir. If you can live with having the reservoir mounted to side of the engine bay somewhere you should be out of trouble.

[pennyman1]

That pump is the same as the older D50s as well. The integral pumps were changed out to remote reservoir pumps in 1981, but they reappeared on the g63b 2.0. I have 2 or 3 pumps of unknown condition, and I only need one for my 86. Let me figure out what I have and I will get back to you.