Finally got some PM done

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DirtyRice Joe

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Well, it was time to replace my front brake pads. Since I already had the drivers side wheel off, I decided to replace my used starter with the original that I had rebuilt. Since the starter was out of the way, I figured I might as well replace the fuel filter since I didn't know when/if the PO had done it (looks like someone lazy had done it - the inside bolt was missing). And... with everything out of the way, why not use my fancy PHH kit with the shiny blue hose and the really cool clamps. Everything went well - until the PHH! Let's just say that little bugger better not fail - EVER (or at least until the engine has to come out for a complete overhaul)!!! What a pain! But at least it's all done.

Unfortunately, my drivers side rotor has a fairly deep groove and I don't know how to remove the rotors for surfacing and/or replacement. So we'll have to see what happens when it's time for my next brake job.

Bottom line: New front pads, new fuel filter, rebuilt starter, and PHH done!
 
Sounds like a really productive day....Hope it wasn't as hot there as it was here....Man It is way too hot for being this time of the year...
 
Congratulations. Feels good when it's all done, doesn't it?
 
sdnative said:
Congratulations. Feels good when it's all done, doesn't it?
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It does feel good to be done. Fortunately Saturday wasn't quite as hot as today!
 
Cool. I'm lined up to do the starter, PHH and fuel filter myself. Looking forward to the phh! :lol:
 
Ah the joy of PM's done. I love having that peace of mind. Strong work Joe. :beer:
 
DirtyRice Joe said:
I don't know how to remove the rotors for surfacing and/or replacement.
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You've got to pick up an FSM. One of the best tools for your toolbox.
 
LandCrusher'70 said:
You've got to pick up an FSM. One of the best tools for your toolbox.
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I have the FSM - I'm just a big 'fraidy cat. I've never done it before and I'm kind of scared to try it on my own because it's so important to get it right. Wouldn't want a wheel falling off as I go rolling down the road... When I'm ready to do it I may send out a plea for an experienced observer/heckler.
 
Pick up a 12mm (or is it 14mm? I dont remember) ratcheting wrench for the bolt between the block and the firewall... Ask me how I know :mad:

Oh, and use soapy water on the phh when reinserting the metal downpipe. It'll all make sense when you get to it.


bpenn1980 said:
Cool. I'm lined up to do the starter, PHH and fuel filter myself. Looking forward to the phh! :lol:
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sdnative said:
Pick up a 12mm (or is it 14mm? I dont remember) ratcheting wrench for the bolt between the block and the firewall... Ask me how I know :mad:

Oh, and use soapy water on the phh when reinserting the metal downpipe. It'll all make sense when you get to it.
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Nice, I bought a set of gearwrench flexible head ratcheting wrenches for the O2 sensor replacement months ago....they've come in handy all over the place
 
bpenn1980 said:
Nice, I bought a set of gearwrench flexible head ratcheting wrenches for the O2 sensor replacement months ago....they've come in handy all over the place
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They're great wrenches - really handy (though they didn't help me on the PHH. I could only get 1 hand up in that general area, so I couldn't keep the wrench on the bolt straight. This might be a place where an extra hand from a different angle might help. I couldn't fit in the wheel well far enough to get my other hand up there. Have fun!
 
DirtyRice Joe said:
I've never done it before and I'm kind of scared to try it on my own because it's so important to get it right. When I'm ready to do it I may send out a plea for an experienced observer/heckler.
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I just might know someone who can help with the rotors that even lives in the same city as you. ;)
 
DirtyRice Joe said:
I could only get 1 hand up in that general area, so I couldn't keep the wrench on the bolt straight. This might be a place where an extra hand from a different angle might help. I couldn't fit in the wheel well far enough to get my other hand up there. Have fun!
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You should be able access the top bolt from the top. You may have to move a couple of things out of the way to get to it though (like the heater valve). Just loosen the top bolt, dont remove it completely. You can remove the bottom bolt completely. Then the tube should swing out far enough to get the new hose on. Put the hose on the block nipple first, tighten it down, then with the hose wet with soapy water, swing the tube back into the hose. Should slide right in.

But then again, they dont call it the PHH for nothing.
 
Slomo said:
I just might know someone who can help with the rotors that even lives in the same city as you. ;)
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Mo, you're a prince! I'll give you a holler in about 30K miles! BTW, are you and I the only MV SoCal 80's now?

sdnative said:
You should be able access the top bolt from the top. You may have to move a couple of things out of the way to get to it though (like the heater valve). Just loosen the top bolt, dont remove it completely. You can remove the bottom bolt completely. Then the tube should swing out far enough to get the new hose on. Put the hose on the block nipple first, tighten it down, then with the hose wet with soapy water, swing the tube back into the hose. Should slide right in.

But then again, they dont call it the PHH for nothing.
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Huh? I may have mis-understood something, but I thought the idea was to remove the top bolt (which wasn't too hard) and then loosen the bottom bolt to allow the tube to pivot on the bottom bolt. Theoretically, the top of the tube should have moved towards the PS, and the bottom towards the DS - away from the nipple in the block. I got the top bolt out and replaced it with very little trouble. It was the bottom bolt I couldn't even loosen. I don't know how I'd ever replace the bottom bolt without pulling the engine (something that a 1-:banana:mechanic like me shouldn't try at home!), and I wouldn't want to remove the bottom bolt and leave it out. It seems like that would invite rattles.

Anyway, it's done and hopefully it will last at least as long as the engine!

:cheers:
 
I think you're right. I was trying to go off of memory (I should know better). It's been awhile and I was trying to blot it out of my mind.

It's starting to come back to me now: The top bolt is right at the back of the head, and the bottom bolt is about halfway down the back of the block.

So: Here's how I did it. Remove the top bolt. Loosed the bottom bolt a bit to allow the tube to pivot. You should be able to access the bolt with the ratcheting wrench from the top of the engine. I think I removed the bolt holding the heater valve so I could move it out of the way. I also removed the tranny dip stick tube so I could get to the hose easier.
 
DirtyRice Joe said:
Mo, you're a prince! I'll give you a holler in about 30K miles! BTW, are you and I the only MV SoCal 80's now?

Anyway, it's done and hopefully it will last at least as long as the engine!

:cheers:
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I think we might be, sad thing is I have never seen you driving around to say hi to. :confused: You can always give a me a holler (:)) if you need any help.

If it lasts as long as the engine you should be ok till 300k with regular maintenance. ;)
 
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