Hey, one question...I have Threadlocker Blue. The Coolant Flush/Fill section in the RAVE says to use Loctite 577 for the engine block plugs when re-installing them. Obviously I'll have to do this when I change the pump. So is the Loctite 577 equivalent to Threadlocker Blue, or do I need to bite the bullet and chase down some 577 too?
KyleT said:
this, plus you will know then that the issues have been foxed and wont have to worry about it when taking trips, letting the wife drive it ect....
Yep, this is my #1 concern at this point. I need to know that there is a reasonable chance of making it home before I put my kids in this car and drive it somewhere like the OBX of NC (900+ miles round trip).
I contacted Will Tillery and he is shipping out a new water pump and gasket to me tomorrow morning. Hopefully I can get it put on this week and have the truck running by the 4th.
I'd have more parts pulled by now, but I can't get find a wrench to fit the fan clutch nut at any local stores...36mm is too big, and nobody carries a 32mm. (I've tried Advanced Auto, Autozone, Sears, PepBoys, and Harbor Freight.) If push comes to shove, I'll just have to pull the water pump with the pull and fan attached, but I wanted to do this right.