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nika

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(Msg. 1) Posted: Tue Jun 20, 2006 12:12 pm
Post subject: 90 taurus - heater hose pin leak
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I found that there is a small pin hole leak on the underside of the
heater hose (WP to pipe) that shoots out coolant when hot on to the
engine. This is causing the steam under the hood.

It is a '90 3.0L taurus and the hose is behind the alternator. How easy
it is to replace this hose myself? ( i have done small stuff like
replacing thermostat, coolant, batt, plugs etc)

Can I to a temp fix to drive this car to the shop? I dont want to be
driving with a 'steaming' car.

How much would it cost approximately to get all the heater hoses
replaced and the radiator hoses too.?

Thanks.

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(Msg. 2) Posted: Tue Jun 20, 2006 4:04 pm
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i pin hole theres no quick fix but if garage is close by wont hurt to drive

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(Msg. 3) Posted: Tue Jun 20, 2006 11:38 pm
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nika wrote:
> I found that there is a small pin hole leak on the underside of the
> heater hose (WP to pipe) that shoots out coolant when hot on to the
> engine. This is causing the steam under the hood.
>
> It is a '90 3.0L taurus and the hose is behind the alternator. How easy
> it is to replace this hose myself? ( i have done small stuff like
> replacing thermostat, coolant, batt, plugs etc)

This hose is easy to get to once you remove the alternator. It's right
on top and the bolts are easily accessible. You may want to first
remove the coolant reservoir to get better leverage on the bolts.
While you're at it, don't forget the small hose near the distributor.
That left me stranded on the interstate on a hot afternoon. Fortunately
it was a generic hose.
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nika

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(Msg. 4) Posted: Fri Jul 14, 2006 2:03 pm
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Thanks to all for tips and suggestions.
I replaced the 3 hoses connecting to engine/WP. Could not get access to
the tee-to-pipe hose ..
it is very useful to use the cut-off tool and a locking plier.
3 hoses had 3 kinds of clamps .. what an engineering
I hope it is ok .. until next time.

Tom Adkins wrote:
> Sharon K. Cooke wrote:
> > nika wrote:
> >
> >>>This hose is easy to get to once you remove the alternator. It's right
> >>>on top and the bolts are easily accessible. You may want to first
> >>>remove the coolant reservoir to get better leverage on the bolts.
> >>>While you're at it, don't forget the small hose near the distributor.
> >>>That left me stranded on the interstate on a hot afternoon. Fortunately
> >>>it was a generic hose.
> >>
> >>I will give it a shot. while at it, I will see if I can change the
> >>other heater hoses too. though I noticed one end is crimped on a couple
> >>of them. How do I take the crimp off. Must I put back the crimp or a
> >>clamp would do?
> >>
> >>Thanks for your replies.
> >
> >
> > The crimped ones sound more like AC hoses.
>
> Tauri have always had heater hose "assemblies", metal heater tubes with hoses
> crimped on the ends and corners. You can cut the crimps, replace the hoses and use
> clamps.FWD Continentals used this setup also. This works on PS return hose and trans
> cooler line "assemblies" also.
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