Power steering flush
Got Diesel?
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No fluid lasts forever... and I believe that the p/s fluid is no different. Why not change it out and know it is well protected and maybe reduces your chances of having issues.
To add this filter and/or change the p/s fluid is a lot money than many of the mods and things people to do their trucks... and this only adds to the longevity and use of one's truck!!!
I find it fun to work on my truck and I like knowing that I am doing something beneficial... and common sense and experience has taught me that no fluid lasts forever... so for me it is a "must do" mod.
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From: Tustin, CA
I couldn't find any thread containing info about the www.dieselsite.com 's external transmission filter setup. I already ordered the P/S filters (3), Thanks BBC. I am gonna order the coolant filter setup for my 03 f350 6.0l, but I wondered if anyone had any experience with their transmission filter? Sound like a good idea, but isn't there already an internal xnny filter?
Got Diesel?
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I couldn't find any thread containing info about the www.dieselsite.com 's external transmission filter setup. I already ordered the P/S filters (3), Thanks BBC. I am gonna order the coolant filter setup for my 03 f350 6.0l, but I wondered if anyone had any experience with their transmission filter? Sound like a good idea, but isn't there already an internal xnny filter?
This trannyhas both an internal filter (in the pan) and the external filter (up front next to the radiator on the passenger side). These two filters do a good job and the secondary/by-pass filter is just that... a by-pass... so adding another one is not needed, nor are there wholesale problems being attributed to poorly filtered tranny fluids.
Save your money... your tarnny has two filters and a cooler... no more is needed (I asked the same question 5 years ago on this site).
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From: Tustin, CA
Thanks. It's pretty clear that the two OEM filters when serviced regularly are adequate. Coolant & P/S filters here I come.
Oh yeah, another quick question, is there any special coolant used for the diesels? Or just regular coolant? And is there a thread on how to flush the coolant system thoroughly and properly?
Thanks again for the input BBC.
Oh yeah, another quick question, is there any special coolant used for the diesels? Or just regular coolant? And is there a thread on how to flush the coolant system thoroughly and properly?
Thanks again for the input BBC.
Got Diesel?
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Thanks. It's pretty clear that the two OEM filters when serviced regularly are adequate. Coolant & P/S filters here I come.
Oh yeah, another quick question, is there any special coolant used for the diesels? Or just regular coolant? And is there a thread on how to flush the coolant system thoroughly and properly?
Thanks again for the input BBC.
Oh yeah, another quick question, is there any special coolant used for the diesels? Or just regular coolant? And is there a thread on how to flush the coolant system thoroughly and properly?
Thanks again for the input BBC.
Here is the flush procedure I use and I did it right before I installed my coolant filter (flush with distilled water, install coolant filter then add fresh coolant).
Here is what you do.... (I do it every 50,000 miles just becuase it is fun to do and I am **** about my maintanence).
1) Buy 4 galons of Ford Premium Gold coolant at dealer
2) Buy 15 gallons of distilled water at local grocery store.
3) Drop lower radiator hose until empty.
4) Reconnect hose and add distilled water to degas bottle until full.
5) Drive truck until temp guage goes to normal and thermostat opens.
6) Repeat steps #3 through #5 no less than 4 or 5 times (depends on distilled water amaount used) - I can't remember?
7) You now have 100% distilled water in your system.
8) Drop lower hose 1 last time, drain and reconnect.
9) Look in manual for your system capacity and for a 50/50% refill of coolant just add the coolant straight into your degas bottle up to the amount that equals a 50/50% concentration.
10) Start motor and add distilled water to bring system level to the MIN mark on degas bottle.
11) Drive truck around to open thermostat and let cool 1 or twice to purge any air. May need to add more distilled water (don't add coolant)... but when done you have flushed your entire system and have a perfect 50/50% concentration of coolant and distilled water!!!!
The dealer only uses tap water and so does most other places... distilled is best in order to keep the minerals out of your system.
Good luck.....
Quick, simple and can be done in about 90 minutes!!!!!
Tuned
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I just installed my filter (pics below). My Power Steering pump resevoir configuration was a little different than in your pictures. I also did not flush the system before install. Probably should have, but I only have 43k miles on the truck, so I figured it shouldn't be loaded down with solids yet. Probably will do a flush / fluid replacement in 20k miles. I bought two filters, so I am ready to go w/ a new installation at any time. I was surprised to see the brand name "Raybestos" on the filter (in bigger letters than "Magnefine").
Pics from the install:
Pics from the install:
Bismic,
Take a look at this pic, Ford Truck Enthusiasts Forums - Jayybird's Album: Power Steering Flush - Picture
I just want to double check that I am looking at things correctly before I dive into this one. My truck looks the exact same as yours from what I can tell. Do I have the filter drawn in the right spot? I can't see where the other end of that hose goes without removing the battery. I assume that goes to the PS resevoir??
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Bismic,
Take a look at this pic, Ford Truck Enthusiasts Forums - Jayybird's Album: Power Steering Flush - Picture
I just want to double check that I am looking at things correctly before I dive into this one. My truck looks the exact same as yours from what I can tell. Do I have the filter drawn in the right spot? I can't see where the other end of that hose goes without removing the battery. I assume that goes to the PS resevoir??
Take a look at this pic, Ford Truck Enthusiasts Forums - Jayybird's Album: Power Steering Flush - Picture
I just want to double check that I am looking at things correctly before I dive into this one. My truck looks the exact same as yours from what I can tell. Do I have the filter drawn in the right spot? I can't see where the other end of that hose goes without removing the battery. I assume that goes to the PS resevoir??
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From: Middle Tn.
You only want to use Ford Premium Gold Coolant (go to your local Ford dealer). You will need 4 gallons.
Here is the flush procedure I use and I did it right before I installed my coolant filter (flush with distilled water, install coolant filter then add fresh coolant).
Here is what you do.... (I do it every 50,000 miles just becuase it is fun to do and I am **** about my maintanence).
1) Buy 4 galons of Ford Premium Gold coolant at dealer
2) Buy 15 gallons of distilled water at local grocery store.
3) Drop lower radiator hose until empty.
4) Reconnect hose and add distilled water to degas bottle until full.
5) Drive truck until temp guage goes to normal and thermostat opens.
6) Repeat steps #3 through #5 no less than 4 or 5 times (depends on distilled water amaount used) - I can't remember?
7) You now have 100% distilled water in your system.
8) Drop lower hose 1 last time, drain and reconnect.
9) Look in manual for your system capacity and for a 50/50% refill of coolant just add the coolant straight into your degas bottle up to the amount that equals a 50/50% concentration.
10) Start motor and add distilled water to bring system level to the MIN mark on degas bottle.
11) Drive truck around to open thermostat and let cool 1 or twice to purge any air. May need to add more distilled water (don't add coolant)... but when done you have flushed your entire system and have a perfect 50/50% concentration of coolant and distilled water!!!!
The dealer only uses tap water and so does most other places... distilled is best in order to keep the minerals out of your system.
Good luck.....
Quick, simple and can be done in about 90 minutes!!!!!
Here is the flush procedure I use and I did it right before I installed my coolant filter (flush with distilled water, install coolant filter then add fresh coolant).
Here is what you do.... (I do it every 50,000 miles just becuase it is fun to do and I am **** about my maintanence).
1) Buy 4 galons of Ford Premium Gold coolant at dealer
2) Buy 15 gallons of distilled water at local grocery store.
3) Drop lower radiator hose until empty.
4) Reconnect hose and add distilled water to degas bottle until full.
5) Drive truck until temp guage goes to normal and thermostat opens.
6) Repeat steps #3 through #5 no less than 4 or 5 times (depends on distilled water amaount used) - I can't remember?
7) You now have 100% distilled water in your system.
8) Drop lower hose 1 last time, drain and reconnect.
9) Look in manual for your system capacity and for a 50/50% refill of coolant just add the coolant straight into your degas bottle up to the amount that equals a 50/50% concentration.
10) Start motor and add distilled water to bring system level to the MIN mark on degas bottle.
11) Drive truck around to open thermostat and let cool 1 or twice to purge any air. May need to add more distilled water (don't add coolant)... but when done you have flushed your entire system and have a perfect 50/50% concentration of coolant and distilled water!!!!
The dealer only uses tap water and so does most other places... distilled is best in order to keep the minerals out of your system.
Good luck.....
Quick, simple and can be done in about 90 minutes!!!!!
Got Diesel?
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It is now highly recommended to run 2 qts. of VC-9 through the cooling system prior to the flush procedure. It is an iron cleaner thet helps prevent cavitation around the cylinder liners and other areas. The flush procedure can also be shortened by removing the t-stat for the flushes after the vc-9 treatment.
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From: Middle Tn.
