There are two bolts on the back side of the plate, for the two locations you all refer to, not related to mounting, that squash the plate from behind.
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Brian, by "water port" what do you mean?
That third bolt on each water port would really be comforting to have, it’s a shame Ford couldn’t have designed it better. Those two unused bolt holes are a potential leakage path for any fluids or dirt that accumulate on top of the timing cover to get in behind the pump plate. I’m going to install set screws in those holes with some sealant, for what little good it will do.
Got it!
And this is why this is such a great forum.
Regards Brian
Regards Brian
Mike, I just noticed your comments referencing the two unused bolt holes in post #61. The two tapped holes we’re talking about are in the timing cover circled in this photo. Those holes are covered by the short pump once the pump is installed, but they’re open to atmosphere on the back side of the timing cover between the pump and the block.
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Actually I misunderstood. I thought the two being talked about were these two to the left of the large pipe:
Is this the proper gasket for back plate to water pump? FelPro 35380:
No you need the one I posted earlier, 35214. Mr Gasket sells a multi-pack of different gaskets that appears to include the correct gasket. Center right in the photo. I tried to find one local to me, O’Reilly’s, Auto Zone, Advance…they all had in their systems, but all were unavailable and couldn’t be ordered. I found them on eBay and ordered two for about $14 total. Waiting on them to arrive so I can reinstall my pump.
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Thanks...I have a couple on order.
As I wait for parts, and clean up to goo left behind, the question of what brand/type coolant is preferred. I stopped by a local auto parts store for a couple of things and found a bazillion types available. What to choose?
Mike, I have used Prestone for many many years. It is my preferred brand.
Regards Brian
Regards Brian
Ian Anderson
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The yellow Preston’s was my go to.
About 13 litres from memory to fill the system once emptied
Ian
About 13 litres from memory to fill the system once emptied
Ian
Sounds good gents...thank you very much for your advise.
and now I need advise for a recommended thermostat. I see 160 and 180s...no brand recommendations found yet...any tips here?
I’d select a 195° thermostat to make sure I boiled out any condensation in the crankcase, As well as getting proper oil flow to keep the bearings cool.
Thanks for your advice Randy!
I received the water pump and gaskets today. I decided to prep the timing cover to receive the new WP, and I found what appears to be a void in the original casting that may have been filled. That black material on the inside edge of the left water port is it. Some of the filler was removed with gasket remnants. The rest of the mating surface looks fine. I am thinking a dab of Right Stuff to fill this void should take care of it.
The thermostat housing did not have a gasket but Right Stuff, or something similar, was used to seal this mating surface. The inlet housing has some fairly deep mating surface machining scratches and a casting void. A thin coat of Right Stuff might be needed here too.
The thermostat housing did not have a gasket but Right Stuff, or something similar, was used to seal this mating surface. The inlet housing has some fairly deep mating surface machining scratches and a casting void. A thin coat of Right Stuff might be needed here too.
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