MMcc
OBS Enthusiast
So I’ve procrastinated replacing my water pump all summer and have finally found some time, money, and motivation. I expect to have the truck for the next 100k+, so what else should be freshened up while the front of the engine bay is opened up? This truck is my daily and it takes me deep off pavement throughout Utah - reliability is a big focus. I did a general tune up in the spring and am now looking to cleanup the next handful of leaks and old parts.
In addition to the water pump, thermostat, and seized clutch fan, I’m planning on replacing:
• Leaking timing chain cover & front main seal. While I’m there.. timing chain and sprockets don’t seem like a big hassle? Or is this a lifetime part on a truck that hasn’t missed oil changes?
• Leaking high-pressure power steering hose and system flush. (Steering pump was done 40k ago).
• Upper & lower radiator hoses and water pump hoses.
• Temp sender (dash gauge reads low). Reinstall temp sensor for rearview mirror.
Haynes says to drop the oil pan to replace the timing chain cover. The guys at 1A Auto don’t bother in their how-to video. What do you think?
Any other parts you’d consider treating this old truck to?
In addition to the water pump, thermostat, and seized clutch fan, I’m planning on replacing:
• Leaking timing chain cover & front main seal. While I’m there.. timing chain and sprockets don’t seem like a big hassle? Or is this a lifetime part on a truck that hasn’t missed oil changes?
• Leaking high-pressure power steering hose and system flush. (Steering pump was done 40k ago).
• Upper & lower radiator hoses and water pump hoses.
• Temp sender (dash gauge reads low). Reinstall temp sensor for rearview mirror.
Haynes says to drop the oil pan to replace the timing chain cover. The guys at 1A Auto don’t bother in their how-to video. What do you think?
Any other parts you’d consider treating this old truck to?