Pass. side galley plug.
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Pass. side galley plug.
A few days ago I posted a thread in regards to the oil leak I have. I have pinpointed the leak. As some others replied it is a known fault on the late 90's PSD. I was told by the mechanics that this plug is a bitch to get out and replace, but is done with the right tools and patience. Ford apparently updated the bad plug with a better o-ring. My question is has anyone here replaced theirs before? They told me it is pretty much a one shot deal. If you bugger the 1/2" drive hole in the plug, its all over but the crying. My 3" inch downtube has to be loosened and moved back in order to access the plug. I can either open my checkbook, or try this one myself. This galley plug WILL get worse over time, causing performance issues.
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it works best to get it out with a 1/2" drive flex head ratchet. i have a snapon one that worked wonderful. i took a drift and hit the plug, then tapped the head to get some vibration to loosen up the loctite. i broke the plug loose then turned it back and forth a few times then back it out the rest of the way.
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How long of a breaker bar did you use? I have about a 30 inch bar that I could use. Is it absolutely necessary to move your downpipe back out of the way a bit? I have all the tools, I am just scared to do it I guess at the end of the day.
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i didnt use a breaker bar, the handle on that ratchet is about 12" long and that was enough. yeah the dp does have to move outta the way. i dont blame ya for being leary on this one. i was too i think if the steps are taken it should be fine. something to think if since its leakin its lubin the threads, could break it loose a tad and turn the motor over to get more oil on the threads too....
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Just curious how much of a mess it made when you got the plug out? I was told that you leak about a quart of oil out when the plug comes loose, making a mess. Is this true? I have a 12" ratchet that should work perfect. Thanks for all the info, I am going for it! One other thing, did you re-apply thread lock when you placed the new plug?
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Heck, it's only oil. It will clean up just fine with some Simple Green or any other degreaser.
Do you still have the stock Down Pipe? If so, this would be a good time to get an after market DP. With the DP totally out of the way your repair should be made easier IMO. My .02$
Do you still have the stock Down Pipe? If so, this would be a good time to get an after market DP. With the DP totally out of the way your repair should be made easier IMO. My .02$
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I've done the driver side one where thiers some room, yup, thier is no loctight found on mine but the o-ring was junk, went to a double raised o-ring with a backer on it and its been great.
When you go to start the truck, it will be a pain in the ****, it have to prime again and then you need to take it for a boot down the road for a while to work the air out.
When you go to start the truck, it will be a pain in the ****, it have to prime again and then you need to take it for a boot down the road for a while to work the air out.
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When you go to re-start, pull the #9 fuse (this willl keep the injectors from firing) then crank the engine for 30-40 sec. let it rest for 4-5 min. repeat, repeat, repeat. Then re-instal the fuse and it should fire up. This cranking and resting lets the air work out of the High Pressure Oil System.
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UPDATE! Perfect advice from all here! I just changed the old plug yesterday and all went well! It does take a while for the air to evacuate the upper galley, but it is running smooth now! I recommend to anyone that has this problem to DO IT YOURSELF and save 150.00 in labor! It really is NOT vary hard. 7.00 plug and a 30.00 1/2 flex drive is all you need. Thanks for all the help! Suber