Powersteering lines/reservoir replacement question

[it2castelo]

My powersteering lines are leaking pretty bad at the reservoir. I am going to replace both lines. The lines are clearly the problem. Not sure if I should get a new reservoir when I order the lines. When I did my cooling system overhaul everything that was plastic broke. I was wondering if anybody who has replaced their powersteering lines broke their plastic reservoir when removing the lines. I did a search and found about line replacement but no info on reservoir replacement. I would rather not buy the p/s reservoir if I dont have to. Thanks for any input and advice.

[jda2000]

before you spend money replacing the lines and the reservoir, just cut off about 1" of hose at the reservoir end and put new clamps, and you'll be all set.

[chromius]

The reservoir is only like $30 so you might as well repace it, at least for the sake of getting a new filter (which is integrated into the reservoir).

[Gumbi4u]

I got everything replaced and dont forget the o-rings

[LuckyBlueBMW]

Be sure to replace reservoir. There is sort of filter inside which gets durty and prevenst normal flow of ATF from reservoir to the pump.

[pbonsalb]

I think a resevoir from Pelican or cmuzyy (check classifieds group buys) or autohausaz or my current favorite, art at RMEuropean, is closer to $20 than $30. I did it all. Don't forget normal hose clamps to replace the oettinger ones that get broken when you remove them.