Do you have any instructions/info on how to replace seals for rack and pinion?

Thank you for replying. Specifically need to know how to replaces seals
and/or how to take rack and pinion apart to get to the seals.

Thank you for your help.

Thanks for the instructions on how to take the 87 Celebrity rack & pinion apart for new seals (rebuilds do not seem to be available).
Quick question: On 1st page of instructions, top of 2nd column #3 remove and install inner tie rod, the instructions say: the inner tie rod is removed and installed by wrenching the flat portions of the tie rod housing per the typical threading. It says to stake both sides of the tie rod housing down on the flat portions of the rack after reinstalling.

On removing the inner tie rod, the factory has staked both sides of the tie rod housing to the rack in a permanent metal stretching and forming manner where they cannot be pried up without tearing and warping the tie rod housing.
The instructions did not mention undoing these stakes to remove tie rod housing; so, Do they have to be undone and reweld and rework the housing or, is there a method to do so without damaging the housing? Or, does the old inner tie rod always have to be replaced? Thanks.

I've attached 4 pictures. The last one is the side I pried on to try to get it apart. The 3rd picture is the backside of it. First 2 are just at a distance.
Thanks

Is it the typical case that a backyard rebuild usually fails to stop a leak even if it only needs new seal(s)?

I don't really want to rebuild, but here's the background reasons for trying to rebuild it myself:

1. After car sat for few years and was driven for a few weeks, the R&P went from no leak to a sudden real bad single spot overnight leak of all fluid; so, assumed dried out seal cracked. And I figured I'd be able to see if it has a rusted shaft or cylinder when get apart.

2. No one seems to have a rebuilt one. Rock Auto said they didn't have one either but is the only one willing to rebuild mine if sent to them. With shipping both ways - looks like it's around $140.00 total (vs. Approximately $20.00 for seal kit and save several weeks time).

However, I was guessing they won't do it for this price if mine is all worn out and they have to replace inner tie rods also due to factory staking, etc.?

Also, In case I do have to rebuild it myself, Will you review the pics and tell me if there is any way to undo the stakes without damaging the inner tie rod housing for reuse. Surely the guys who rebuild these have a way of dealing with these stakes, unless they just replace every housing. Thank you

Yes, I called them and it's not available. I've called multiple places and it's not available anywhere. I'm being told that there are shortages on many car parts.
In repairing the leak in the rack and pinion (1987 Chevrolet Celebrity 2.5L with the regular suspension), I have taken off everything per the instructions you provided regarding removing the pinion from the rack. I removed the pinion retainer C ring, dust cover, and lock nut. However, something still hidden and not done is still holding this particular pinion and preventing it from pressing out as most do at this point. Would you know or have a way to find out what this might be? Thank you.

It's the pinion shaft and worm gear that connects to the steering shaft and rack and turns the rack from right to left. Per the instructions you sent me. I removed the lock nut off and the retaining ring off, then it says to press off. But it seems to be caught on something inside and won't budge. See images. First one is the pinion housing shaft, and the second image shows each end where I can't get it out.
Thank you

Yes, I followed these directions:

1. Removed the tension adjuster plug and rack bearing and spring.
2. Took pinion top end retainer 'C' ring off and removed rubber dust seal.
3. Took lock nut off bottom threated end while holding top end shaft.
4. Even took off lower bearing retainer ring and both directional fluid lines just in case.
5. Put pinion shaft in press on lower threated end with more than enough pressure to press it out and it still would not budge at all. Tried the press at all rack and pinion positions.
I can move it by hand less than 1/16 inch before it hits something solid each way inside but that could just be loose bearing rollers.

I Watched a video of a similar made one and in video just a couple of hammer hits on the bottom threaded end and the pinion came right out.

Something inside is holding mine? And I don't think the bearings could be that stuck in the housing.

Yes, I followed these directions:
1. Removed the tension adjuster plug and rack bearing and spring.
2. Took pinion top end retainer 'C' ring off and removed rubber dust seal.
3. Took lock nut off bottom threated end while holding top end shaft.
4. Even took off lower bearing retainer ring and both directional fluid lines just in case.
5. Put pinion shaft in press on lower threated end with more than enough pressure to press it out and it still would not budge at all. Tried the press at all rack and pinion positions.
I can move it by hand less than 1/16 inch before it hits something solid each way inside but that could just be loose bearing rollers.

Watched a video of a similar made one and in video just a couple of hammer hits on the bottom threaded end and the pinion came right out.

Something inside is holding mine. And I don't think the bearings could be that stuck in the housing.