Coolant Leak Help
Thread Starter
|
Elder User
Joined: May 2010
Posts: 586
Likes: 0
From: Salisbury, MD
Coolant Leak Help
Can anyone help me out here. I started the truck the other day to let it run for a while. Once it got up to temp I noticed a steady stream of coolant flowing under the truck. I found coolant bubbling up as shown in the pic. right behind the water pump. Went back last night to clean it all off and take a good look. I noticed there is a part that bolts into the block where it is leaking. what is that part and is this a major problem or a simple pull the pump off, clean everything and new gaskets deal (which I'm hopeing).
FTE Legend
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 56,542
Likes: 0
From: In my own world
is it coming from between the block and timing cover, or between the timing cover and the water pump? is the bypass hose that goes between the water pump and the thermostat houseing leaking, and making it look like it's leaking somewhere else? a new water pump for your truck is less than $30, and comes with a new gasket.timing cover gasket usually don't leak coolant, but if you have to tear it down that far, you might as well put in a new timing chain.hardest part of the water pump change is that the bolts usually want to twist off.
Thread Starter
|
Elder User
Joined: May 2010
Posts: 586
Likes: 0
From: Salisbury, MD
Thanks Charlie. I double check the hoses and they are pretty new(er) and no leaks or cracks in them. I'm planning on geting some help and pulling it off next weekend. Was thinkin about replacing the pump just to be on the safe side but I am sure after cleaning it off and doing a little more searching online today (instead of working) that it is the timing chain cover that is leakingright there at the block. I will take another picture tonight so you can see it better without all the gunk in the way.
FTE Legend
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 56,542
Likes: 0
From: In my own world
Thanks Charlie. I double check the hoses and they are pretty new(er) and no leaks or cracks in them. I'm planning on geting some help and pulling it off next weekend. Was thinkin about replacing the pump just to be on the safe side but I am sure after cleaning it off and doing a little more searching online today (instead of working) that it is the timing chain cover that is leakingright there at the block. I will take another picture tonight so you can see it better without all the gunk in the way.
FTE Legend
Joined: Jul 2005
Posts: 65,938
Likes: 1,432
From: Millersville, MD
....depending on the outside air temp!
Trending Topics
FTE Legend
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 56,542
Likes: 0
From: In my own world
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make
Brett Foote
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!
Michael S. Palmer
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home
Verdad Gallardo
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!
Joe Kucinski
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?
Brett Foote
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!
Michael S. Palmer
10 Most Surprising 2026 Ford Truck Features!
Joe Kucinski
Top 10 Ford Trucks Coming to Mecum Indy 2026
Brett Foote
5 Best / 5 Worst Ford Truck Wheels of All Time
Joe Kucinski
Post Fiend
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 9,944
Likes: 4
From: Somewhere In FTE Land
Thanks
Agreed
Possible
I would doubt between the cover and water pump as I would suspect it mixing with the oil. I would agree with both intake and thermostat but start with the cheaper route and rent a pressure tester to pressurize the system to find the culprit. Autozone does rent them for $75 but when you return the tool you get the $75 back. Do not exceed the pressure rated at 13 psi.
Possible
is it coming from between the block and timing cover, or between the timing cover and the water pump? is the bypass hose that goes between the water pump and the thermostat houseing leaking, and making it look like it's leaking somewhere else? a new water pump for your truck is less than $30, and comes with a new gasket.timing cover gasket usually don't leak coolant, but if you have to tear it down that far, you might as well put in a new timing chain.hardest part of the water pump change is that the bolts usually want to twist off.
Post Fiend
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 9,944
Likes: 4
From: Somewhere In FTE Land
Actually they do place a hold of the funds of that amount for 2-3 Business days days then release it.
Post Fiend
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 9,944
Likes: 4
From: Somewhere In FTE Land
They do in fact collect on it as the funds are removed from the account but then returned in 2-3 business days. So if you need the money back right away pay cash and you will have a same day return in funds.