| 39FORDPU | -- 12-19-2009 @ 2:43 PM |
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I own a 39 ford pick up with 38000 orginal miles that needs new water pumps. How do I support the motor when I change them? Thank You for any input.
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| Stroker | -- 12-19-2009 @ 3:15 PM |
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Ford oil pans are pretty stout. I'd cut a piece of 2x12 lumber maybe 16" long. and place under the oil pan. A bottle jack (or for that matter, the original Ford screw jack) should suffice. No need to jack things up more than necessary, just enough to unload the motor mount.
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| 51f1 | -- 12-20-2009 @ 4:36 PM |
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That's the way I would do it and have done it. Richard
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| supereal | -- 12-21-2009 @ 9:11 AM |
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As often noted here, when replacing water pumps, don't forget the "hidden" bolt inside the inlet. Use a six point socket to avoid rounding off the head of the bolt. Be sure to run a wire thru the oil passage to be sure it is clear, if you are using the old style bushing pumps.
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