How do you replace the damn thing? I think mine is getting sticky so I bought a new 97*F one, went to change it today and realized the bottom bolt of the housing is so nicely tucked behind the waterpump - how do I go for it without pulling the air intakes plenums or the waterpump out?
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It's a bitch, but it can be done with a socket. Maybe someone else has a better tecnique.Project \"Fire and Ice\":
1989 LTC
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I usually replace the bolts with reduced hex bolts like header bolts that have a smaller hex. It makes it a lot easier the next time. I believe most tof mine are 5/16 heads.Scars are tatoos of the fearlessComment
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What abotu using a socket head cap screw? Then you can use a ball-end hex key to remove it. That or build a 351.http://secondhandracing.com/Home.aspx
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Special Thermostat housing tool.....you just need to get the 1/2" version.Comment
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I've been meaning to get a set of wrenches like the one on Mercracer's pic, guess now I really have a good reason to, lol
Thanks guys, I'll deal with it next week or whenever the paycheck arrives.Comment
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my ratchet wrenches have flexheads.......would reccomend yhe ones with the reversible lever
1986 lincoln towncar signature series. 5.0 HO with thumper performance ported e7 heads, 1.7 roller rockers, warm air intake, 65mm throttle body, 1/2" intake spacer, ported intakes, 3.73 rear with trac lock, 98-02 front brake conversion, 92-97 rear disc conversion, 1" rear swaybar, 1 3/16" front swaybar, 16" wheels and tires, loud ass stereo system, badass cb, best time to date 15.94 at 87 mph. lots of mods in the works 221.8 rwhp 278 rwt
2006 Lincoln Town Car Signature. Stock for now
1989 Ford F-250 4x4 much much more to come, sefi converted so far.
1986 Toyota pickup with LSC wheels and 225/60/16 tires.
2008 Hyundai Elantra future Revcon toad
1987 TriBurner and 1986 Alaska stokers keeping me warm. (and some pesky oil heat)
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I got a set of those recently, oh mah gawd they rock!!!
You can do it with a regular boxed end wrench too, if you have the patience of a buddhist monk
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A shot of my goose neck. The bolt head is 7/16. The smaller wrench is easier to fit in the limited area. Rotating the distributor helps.Attached FilesScars are tatoos of the fearlessComment
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do I see a bleed valve in your water pump??? kewlPete ::::>>> resident LED addict and CFI defector LED bulb replacements
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Originally posted by 85crownHPP*
You didnt see anythingScars are tatoos of the fearlessComment
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I saw it too :evil: :nana2:Originally posted by turbo2256b1983 Grand Marquis 2Dr Sedan "Mercules"
Tremec TKO conversion, hydraulic clutch, HURST equipped!
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After having done this a few times, may I suggest that you unhook the small hose in the way. This will give you more room....and, if you want to buy a tool for the job, buy a ratchet wrench that will fit the bolt. This shortened the time for this chore considerably.Comment
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