Notices

302 Water pump replacement

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Aug 21, 2004 | 10:28 AM
  #1  
FARM69's Avatar
FARM69
Thread Starter
|
Postmaster
Joined: Jan 2004
Posts: 3,207
Likes: 0
From: Kearney, Nebr
302 Water pump replacement

I did a search on 302 water pump replacement and didn't really find all the information that I'm looking for. What does it take to replace the water pump? I have F150 302 w/ ac. Is this a easier job that can be done in a hour or two? Thanks for any help guys.

______
90' F150 XLT Lariat 4x4 LB
302 w/ headers / 4-speed / 4.10 rear
2.25" True Duals / 24" packs/ 5th wheel
 
Reply
Old Aug 21, 2004 | 03:04 PM
  #2  
Overkill-F1's Avatar
Overkill-F1
More Turbo
20 Year Member
Joined: May 2004
Posts: 547
Likes: 8
From: BC, Canada
I just replaced one in a '90. I removed the belt, fan, shroud and hoses. Then the a/c and power steering pumps are unbolted together as they share a mounting bracket, just swing them out of the way. Then unbolt the water pump. I also replaced the thermostat and bypass hose because they were so easy to get to at this point. The hardest part was scraping the old gasket off the front of the timing cover. It should take you 2 or 3 hours. I took the rad out and reverse flushed it and blew all the dead bugs out of it while it was so easy to get out as well. I tend to get carried away, hence the nickname 'Overkill'! ...Terry
 

Last edited by Overkill-F1; Aug 21, 2004 at 03:06 PM.
Reply
Old Aug 21, 2004 | 03:29 PM
  #3  
FARM69's Avatar
FARM69
Thread Starter
|
Postmaster
Joined: Jan 2004
Posts: 3,207
Likes: 0
From: Kearney, Nebr
Do I have to remove ther radiator?


______
90' F150 XLT Lariat 4x4 LB
302 w/ headers / 4-speed / 4.10 rear
2.25" True Duals / 24" packs/ 5th wheel
 
Reply
Old Aug 21, 2004 | 03:47 PM
  #4  
Overkill-F1's Avatar
Overkill-F1
More Turbo
20 Year Member
Joined: May 2004
Posts: 547
Likes: 8
From: BC, Canada
No. The cooling fins were very dusty and full of bugs and when I reverse flushed it, all kinds of rust colored crap came out of it, so I'm glad I did it....Terry
 
Reply
Old Aug 21, 2004 | 07:56 PM
  #5  
jroehl's Avatar
jroehl
Post Fiend
Joined: Apr 2004
Posts: 6,473
Likes: 4
From: Lafayette, IN
No radiator removal necessary, but you will need a pulley removal tool. You should be able to get a loaner from an auto parts store, or you can buy one for about $40. Be prepared for a workout, though. When I pulled the pulley, it took me a fair amount of cranking hard on a wrench (15 min or so it seemed like), and I'm no 98-pound weakling. I don't recall if I had my impact wrench then or not, but next time I have to do it, that's what I'm using. Pressing the pulley on the new pump was a piece of cake, comparatively.

Jason

Oh, and I don't think I removed the shroud, though it probably would make your life a little easier.
 
Reply
Old Aug 21, 2004 | 08:50 PM
  #6  
FARM69's Avatar
FARM69
Thread Starter
|
Postmaster
Joined: Jan 2004
Posts: 3,207
Likes: 0
From: Kearney, Nebr
Yeah I'm planning to remove the shroud... I didn't know that you need a pulley romoval tool? Is that tool required?

______
90' F150 XLT Lariat 4x4 LB
302 w/ headers / 4-speed / 4.10 rear
2.25" True Duals / 24" packs/ 5th wheel
 
Reply
Old Aug 22, 2004 | 08:42 PM
  #7  
Jimbo302's Avatar
Jimbo302
Elder User
Joined: Jun 2002
Posts: 678
Likes: 3
From: Dallas, Texas
Originally Posted by jroehl
No radiator removal necessary, but you will need a pulley removal tool. You should be able to get a loaner from an auto parts store, or you can buy one for about $40. Be prepared for a workout, though. When I pulled the pulley, it took me a fair amount of cranking hard on a wrench (15 min or so it seemed like), and I'm no 98-pound weakling. I don't recall if I had my impact wrench then or not, but next time I have to do it, that's what I'm using. Pressing the pulley on the new pump was a piece of cake, comparatively.

Jason

Oh, and I don't think I removed the shroud, though it probably would make your life a little easier.
What pulley?
 
Reply
Old Aug 22, 2004 | 09:07 PM
  #8  
FARM69's Avatar
FARM69
Thread Starter
|
Postmaster
Joined: Jan 2004
Posts: 3,207
Likes: 0
From: Kearney, Nebr
I have the new pump in now taking about 3 hours for the job. I had to take out the radiator/shroud. I can't see how you can take the pump out with the shroud still there...must be really tight. I got er in and she dosen't leak...thanks for the help guys.
 
Reply
FTE Stories

Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts

story-0

10 Ways Ford is LOSING to the Competition

 Joe Kucinski
story-1

Top 6 Best Deals Available on New Fords & Lincolns Right Now

 Brett Foote
story-2

This Hennessey Takes the Expedition Tremor's Off-Roading Capability to the Next Level

 Verdad Gallardo
story-3

Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

 Joe Kucinski
story-4

3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

 Brett Foote
story-5

10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

 Pouria Savadkouei
story-6

Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

 Brett Foote
story-7

10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

 Joe Kucinski
story-8

10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

 Michael S. Palmer
story-9

Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

 Verdad Gallardo
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
cjetmech
1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
1
Mar 7, 2013 11:09 AM
mortalis09
1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
14
Jul 26, 2012 09:26 AM
Dforgy
Small Block V8 (221, 260, 289, 5.0/302, 5.8/351W)
6
Sep 11, 2009 03:05 PM
LARIAT 85
1980 - 1986 Bullnose F100, F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
5
May 4, 2008 07:30 PM
Skipdaddie
Small Block V8 (221, 260, 289, 5.0/302, 5.8/351W)
2
Jan 5, 2003 03:47 AM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 03:56 AM.

story-0
10 Ways Ford is LOSING to the Competition

Slideshow: 10 ways Ford is losing to the competition

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-15 09:52:01


VIEW MORE
story-1
Top 6 Best Deals Available on New Fords & Lincolns Right Now

Some great targets in today's expensive world.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-15 09:35:19


VIEW MORE
story-2
This Hennessey Takes the Expedition Tremor's Off-Roading Capability to the Next Level

Slideshow: The VelociRaptor Expedition gains a lift, upgraded suspension, Brembo brakes, and trail-ready equipment while retaining the stock 440-horsepower EcoBoost V6.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-12 11:01:55


VIEW MORE
story-3
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

Slideshow: Top 10 Fords at 2026 Ford Nationals

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-09 11:10:08


VIEW MORE
story-4
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

Based on years of owning multiple modern Ford products.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-09 10:53:36


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

SPONSORED: From muddy boots to rain-soaked cargo, these upgrades address some of the most common frustrations Ford truck owners face every day.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-06-08 18:50:34


VIEW MORE
story-6
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

Here's everything you need to know about every Ford engine available for the 2026 model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-05 12:58:01


VIEW MORE
story-7
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-8
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-9
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE