A few new photos files June 02, 2016, 01:24:47 pm Some new photos added to the Flickr pages.Cherry pantryMid-bath pantry- Cherry | Flickr - Photo Sharing!Maple pantryMid-bath pantry-Maple | Flickr - Photo Sharing!Power steering filterPower steering filter | Flickr - Photo Sharing!More LD photosMore LDs | Flickr - Photo Sharing!Cooling system rebuildCooling system rebuild | Flickr - Photo Sharing! 3 Likes
Re: A few new photos files Reply #1 – June 02, 2016, 01:40:13 pm Larry, thanks for the links. I know I won't ever replace the water pump myself but it is interesting to see what is involved.What about the power steering filter? Is that an addon item? I had not ever heard of a filter for that.Jim
Re: A few new photos files Reply #2 – June 02, 2016, 02:42:49 pm Thanks for the pix Larry, I enjoyed them. Ironically, the cooling system overhaul was my fav A few questions when you have the time:I did the same overhaul on my 5.4 year before last (along with quite a bit more)...Did you get a pair of those funky Ford pliers for the hose clamps or just wrestle with vice grips/pliers? If so, in your estimation, was it worth the added expense?I'm not familiar with a power steering filter on non-commercial vehicles...is this out of abundance of caution or a known weakness for the 6.8? Did the idler bearing go out on you too?igoslow
Re: A few new photos files Reply #3 – June 02, 2016, 03:07:42 pm Larry, Second Wind is scheduled for her 150K service in a few weeks. Is the power steering filter something Ford would carry? If not, where do you suggest buying one?Thanksabunch,Lorna 1 Likes
Re: A few new photos files Reply #4 – June 02, 2016, 04:32:33 pm Quote from: igoslow - June 02, 2016, 02:42:49 pmI did the same overhaul on my 5.4 year before last (along with quite a bit more)...Did you get a pair of those funky Ford pliers for the hose clamps or just wrestle with vice grips/pliers? If so, in your estimation, was it worth the added expense?I'm not familiar with a power steering filter on non-commercial vehicles...is this out of abundance of caution or a known weakness for the 6.8? Did the idler bearing go out on you too?GoslowI already had a pair of pliers that work on the spring clamps. The clamps can be handed with other pliers, if you are careful.FYI, the Factory spring clamps are superior to screw-type hose clamps. They provide even pressure all the way around the hose and do not damage the hose the way a screw clamp does. Use the old clamps, if still tight or replace with new OEM clamps.Power steering systems filter are added all to all of our vehicles, I normally using a filter like this.Magnefine 3/8 Inch Magnetic Inline Transmission FilterSince the V-10 uses the power steering pump to also run the brake booster, I didn't know if the Magnefine filter has a high enough flow rate to match the V-10's bigger pump, so a less restrictive filter was used. The power steering fluid was also drained and flushed at the same time.You will find Magnefine filters on my Jeep's power steering return lines and the LD's automatic transmission cooler line, all done as preventatives and not because of any specific known problems.On the cooling system rebuild, I changed out the hoses and everything the moves. I didn't find anything that was extremely worn or defective, other than the leaking radiator. The bottom radiator hose did have some soft spots that worried me, glad it was replaced before any problems occurred.The only major difficulty was removing the fan clutch from the water pump. There is no good way to hold the pump shaft still, while unscrewing the fan clutch. I tried every possible combination of my existing tools before giving up and buying the special wrench, used with a air impact gun. With the right tool, it came off on the first try, there is no other way way to do it that I know of.Amazon.com: Lisle 43410 Wrench, 1-7/8": AutomotiveThis project was done as a major preventative maintenance. It doesn't cost much to do it all at home, compared to cost and hassles of one on-the-road breakdown. On a 13 year old rig, with 94,000 miles, it isn't a bad idea. YMMVLarry As an Amazon Associate Lazy Daze Owners' Group earns from qualifying purchases.
Re: A few new photos files Reply #5 – June 02, 2016, 04:35:17 pm Quote from: Lorna Dunham - June 02, 2016, 03:07:42 pm Is the power steering filter something Ford would carry? If not, where do you suggest buying one?I doubt if Ford carries or installs power steering filters.You can buy them online.Good chance you can find someone to install it.Larry
Re: A few new photos files Reply #6 – June 02, 2016, 11:56:02 pm Larry,Agreed, the value of pm with older vehicles cannot be understated. The "new" style hose clamps are one of Ford's "better ideas" that actually worked! But man, they can really try your patience at times.Ahhh...hydro-boost...it's been awhile since I've owned 3/4 ton or bigger, now I understand.Fan nut...vice grips, strap wrenches, chains none of them ever worked well. Experience has taught us well, service wrenches are a must. I've always just left the belts on, put a service wrench on the nut and gave it a good whack with the mallet/small sledge. I've never had an air gun, but hey if that worked more power to ya!Just checked my harbor freight service wrench set and found it only goes to 1 5/8" guess I'll be purchasing one similar to yours once I've found my rig!!Apologies for jacking your thread, good to correspond with like minded folk. Thanks again Larry!igoslow
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