Metal Recycling Entrepreneur
Well, my 2005 diesel pickup truck sprung a coolant leak on Friday.
Having no spare cash around due to the low price of shred, looks like I have to sell my bobcat trailer to pay for the repair (around 800 bucks if it is the water pump).
I am hoping it is not the water pump-it could be the thermostat gasket so here's hoping.
Experienced Scrapper
Are you able to fix yourself a waterpump should run around 100$ and a hour or 2 of your time.... If your not very mechanical youtube im sure will have a video of step by step replacement just throwing it out there to mybe help you save some $$
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Eaglelakesalvage is right on target. Instead of you tube, I just Google the knowledge needed. I am not real patient with video's and prefer pictures and hands on advice. The only good reason to sell equipment in my mind is to upgrade. Good luck.
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How bad is the leak ?
If it's not too bad, a bottle of cooling system sealer might do the trick.
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not to sound rude, as i have done this on plenty of old beater work trucks to get by until i could do the proper repair; but DO NOT ad any kind of "stop leak" type coolant additive to a newer turbo diesel, especially a power stroke unless you want a guaranteed turbo or head gasket failure in your future.Originally Posted by Scrappah
powerstrokehelp.com, powerstrokenation.com, oilburners.net, and a few other out there can get your all the info you need to fix it yourself properly.
Last edited by ilovejunk; 05-18-2015 at 10:25 PM.
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I've never done well with the stop leak, either. I wouldn't depend on it for a diesel system. Depending on skillset, time, and need, repairing yourself may be the way to go. I learned how to replace a radiator on my Buick because I had to. Once you become acquainted (Watch as many videos and read as many forum threads as you can find), it's not too bad- just a giant step-by-step.
Best of luck!
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It's kool.
I've always used Bar's Stop Leak. As far as i know, it's safe to use in a diesel.
Bar's Leaks US site Head Gasket Fix - Bar's Leaks US site
Afterthought:
The biggest problem is the radiator cap. They should either be pressure tested -or-replaced on a yearly basis.
Last edited by Scrappah; 05-19-2015 at 07:44 AM.
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I forgot to mention ebay is a great outlet for buying parts I needed wheel berrings for a 200 blazer Orillys wanted 120 each picked a pair up for 67$ with free shipping. have to wait a few days but the savings are worth it. I fix alot of "junk" cars I buy most of the time its suspension, brakes, or easy stuff. Couple hundred dollars and a few hours turns a 200$ clunker into a 1000$ beater. Example the blazer im working on 175 purchase price, 67 wheel bearings, 12 stabilizer bar bushings, 20 rear brake pads For a total investment of 274 and about 4 hours. Gives my younger sister a first vehicle that she will work off helping me strip wire and clean up brass.
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A 2005 will be either the Cummins 5.9, Ford 6.0, or Duramax 6.6 NatureRecycleFlorida has posted a huge wealth of information there- one of those videos should tell you how to do it!
I would never cut a arm off to fix the other. That is just ludicrous...LOL
Its probably a 6.0. Your going to need to sell more than your trailer.
Metal Recycling Entrepreneur
Duramax is what I have.
Thanks for the advice all-I appreciate it.
I got a loan to fix the truck.
The shop started on it yesterday at 3 so it should be done this afternnoon.
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Diesel are money pits. When they do run they run great. But when they brake, FORGET it. Especially the late 90's fords. $1500 bucks to have an oil pain replaced. Just a joke
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