raggedy p/s pump
Thread Starter
|
Elder User
Joined: Feb 2007
Posts: 549
Likes: 1
From: Mississippi
raggedy p/s pump
thought i had the p/s pump figured it out from previous post, but have dedided it's a dead duck since it's like armstrong steering in either direction. went to advance auto to check on availability of replacement pump. well, the first question they had was did it have a single outlet or a double outlet. anybody got a easy way to figure this out????? heck, i barely can see the pump in my truck with all the oil/diesel/other fluids on there. is this a major job that takes three men two small boys and a dog to swap out or can i do it myself in the driveway?
speedrdr
speedrdr
Post Fiend
Joined: Nov 2003
Posts: 21,285
Likes: 15
From: Nutter Fort, WV
They should both be single port pumps.
Do check the hoses where the inner fender rubs them.
Either an O ring or the hoses may be leaking.
I had the same problem, turned out the O ring was shot in the pressure hose.
Routing should be pressure to steering sector, return to cooler coil on cross member, return from the cooler to the pump.
The return side is low pressure, hose mounts with hose clamps.
Do check the hoses where the inner fender rubs them.
Either an O ring or the hoses may be leaking.
I had the same problem, turned out the O ring was shot in the pressure hose.
Routing should be pressure to steering sector, return to cooler coil on cross member, return from the cooler to the pump.
The return side is low pressure, hose mounts with hose clamps.
Thread Starter
|
Elder User
Joined: Feb 2007
Posts: 549
Likes: 1
From: Mississippi
Originally Posted by Dave Sponaugle
They should both be single port pumps.
Do check the hoses where the inner fender rubs them.
Either an O ring or the hoses may be leaking.
I had the same problem, turned out the O ring was shot in the pressure hose.
Routing should be pressure to steering sector, return to cooler coil on cross member, return from the cooler to the pump.
The return side is low pressure, hose mounts with hose clamps.
Do check the hoses where the inner fender rubs them.
Either an O ring or the hoses may be leaking.
I had the same problem, turned out the O ring was shot in the pressure hose.
Routing should be pressure to steering sector, return to cooler coil on cross member, return from the cooler to the pump.
The return side is low pressure, hose mounts with hose clamps.
speedrdr
Junior User
Joined: Jul 2005
Posts: 65
Likes: 0
I don't know if this can cause a problem on an F250 or not, but on my 1984 E350 6.9L I installed the wrong PS belt (length). This caused the coupling on the steering shaft just up from the steering box to rub (chew) a hole in the PS return line near its clamp by the PS pump. I had my belts mixed up. It caused a massive leak.
Senior User
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 108
Likes: 0
From: Belfast, Maine
Dave, the pressure line on my pump leaks at the fitting. I can move the line like it is on a swivel. Is this where you are saying the o-ring is located? I have not dared to tackle the leak for fear of breaing something. If this is the case, will the o-ring be a dealer only item?
Posting Guru
Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 1,049
Likes: 0
From: Perry Georgia
I have a 1987 F250 with a 6.9 Diesel. My power steering started leaking slow at first and I couldn't figure out where it was coming from. After cleaning everything I found out the p/s pump was leaking. I pulled off the pump and found the pump was only held togeather with an "o" ring to make a seal. No bolts screws or anything else to hold it togeather. Even the brand new pump cover could be moved around.
Trending Topics
Post Fiend
Joined: Nov 2003
Posts: 21,285
Likes: 15
From: Nutter Fort, WV
Yes there is an O ring on the inside end of the power steering line.
You should be able to get one at most any good parts houses, but it should be heat resistant.
I am sorry I do not remember the size though.
You should be able to get one at most any good parts houses, but it should be heat resistant.
I am sorry I do not remember the size though.
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalytic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath
Verdad Gallardo
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer
Joe Kucinski
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)
Brett Foote
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies
Joe Kucinski
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
Elder User
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 597
Likes: 0
From: West Palm Beach, Florida
These pumps are very durable. They last and last. They are also a pretty costly thing to buy new in a partshouse. If you want to save some money and have a little fun just take off the one that's on there and disaasemble it and reseal with new o-rings and you should be good to go. There are also tons of them in the junkyards. They used the same pump in the cars and trucks for years. They're everywhere. You can get a good, used one in the boneyard for $10 to $15.
Mechanical/hydraulic component rebuilds and repairs can be tricky but usually leaks are a pretty straight-forward simple repair.
Mechanical/hydraulic component rebuilds and repairs can be tricky but usually leaks are a pretty straight-forward simple repair.
Post Fiend
Joined: Nov 2004
Posts: 5,638
Likes: 1
From: Manitoba
When changing the PS pump ypu will need the proper pulley remover.....usually rented at the parts store.
NAPA has a nice puller that will not only remove the vac pump pulley but also the P/S pulley and alternator pulley. Ask for NAPA evercraft service tools #775-9073.
NAPA has a nice puller that will not only remove the vac pump pulley but also the P/S pulley and alternator pulley. Ask for NAPA evercraft service tools #775-9073.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
speedrdr
Pre-Power Stroke Diesel (7.3L IDI & 6.9L)
15
Jul 4, 2008 11:25 AM
speedrdr
Pre-Power Stroke Diesel (7.3L IDI & 6.9L)
29
Jun 10, 2008 10:45 PM
speedrdr
Pre-Power Stroke Diesel (7.3L IDI & 6.9L)
4
Mar 6, 2008 10:08 PM
speedrdr
Pre-Power Stroke Diesel (7.3L IDI & 6.9L)
5
Apr 15, 2007 03:24 PM