09-02-2010, 09:57 PM
OK...so here's the culprit!! Checked the water pump...it's new, fresh gasket, no leaks...but when the mechanic replaced the pump he forgot to replace what??? That's right, the lower hose!!
The older hose pressurized differently with the new pump, expanded and rubbed itself against the bottom flywheel. That's why it started as a slow leak, then got real bad as the heat and pressure expanded.
The old hose is removed, a new one should be in on Saturday...so in the meantime, i'm gonna swap out the thermostat for a 160 and replace the heater hose that had the small hole in it tomorrow.
With the lower hose installed on Saturday, I will flush and test the system and then refill with new coolant. If all goes well, the EB will be in good shape for the Bronco Beach Bash. Thanx for everyone's help!!!
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The older hose pressurized differently with the new pump, expanded and rubbed itself against the bottom flywheel. That's why it started as a slow leak, then got real bad as the heat and pressure expanded.
The old hose is removed, a new one should be in on Saturday...so in the meantime, i'm gonna swap out the thermostat for a 160 and replace the heater hose that had the small hole in it tomorrow.
With the lower hose installed on Saturday, I will flush and test the system and then refill with new coolant. If all goes well, the EB will be in good shape for the Bronco Beach Bash. Thanx for everyone's help!!!