Best video I have watched regarding repairs on an astro/safari van. Thank you
@helgedell Жыл бұрын
Was happy to see this detailed video, but after watching it I will continue to cross my fingers hoping this issue will never appear in my -98 AWD.
@TheEvilways101 Жыл бұрын
If it does watch this, i did it & it worked & it was easy & im far from a mechanic
@dariomendoza191 Жыл бұрын
mine is a 1997 astro conversion Van and imgoing through the same problems i got the Intake gaskets leaking and i fear all the stuff i have to take out just replace them!!! but you video gave me Inspiration!! almost 220,000 THOUSAND Milles and still going Strong!!! thanks for sharing!!
@pierce9260 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video it helped a ton, i just did this to my 2002 astro and the process is basically the same except mine does not have a EGR valve in the intake, plastic gaskets failed at 151,000
@WorldPowerLabs Жыл бұрын
I asked a trusted mechanic if he'd want to replace mine. He declined, saying that he's easing into semi-retirement and he doesn't want to do time-consuming repairs anymore. I guess I'll have to do the work myself. It's not outside my ability, but having just recently fixed a valvetrain problem in my Ford Econoline, I've about had my fill of van repairs for a little while...
@kirklyles17052 ай бұрын
thank you thank you! you just confirmed my problem.i wasnt sure if it was headgasket or intake.i have leak and steam BUT also high,slightly milky oil.I did not know if intake gasket failure could result in coolant in oil so i suspected maybe head gasket.but with no power loss and no exhaust bubbles in funnel test,i just wasnt sure. liked and subscribed!
@mgbgtguy2 ай бұрын
Glad it helped
@Semystic Жыл бұрын
Currently have my intake manifold out on my 2000 Astro. Nearly got the cylinder heads out too. I'm replacing all the gaskets to hopefully fix some white smoke 😅 Update: Everything is back together but no change in exhaust smoke 😅 Update 2: Doing the job again, this time taking more time to clean head gasket mating surfaces and just doing everything better the 2nd time. Got the heads back on, next is putting intake back in.
@chrisoakes834511 ай бұрын
Update ?
@FloridaseoOrg Жыл бұрын
Nice concise video. Super useful thanks! Surprised you didn't remove the fan, it's definitely easier to remove alternator and other stuff with it out the way!
@dustintunis93478 ай бұрын
The alternator doesn't have to come out and the intake manifold can go out and in through the doghouse. It might be worth it for the extra room to maneuver though.
@ReduxGarage Жыл бұрын
I’m seriously wondering if this job would be easier dropping the whole subframe with engine and all. It would certainly be some work to drop it but once it’s dropped everything one would want to do on the engine would be so much easier. Hmmm?
@Semystic Жыл бұрын
Definitely not. I've pulled my intake off twice in the last couple weeks. It's really not that bad. If you were doing the head gaskets like I am, then then it may be easier to just drop the whole engine 😂
@charleshorseman557 ай бұрын
I wonder this as well. If one had a lift anyways.
@eastpierce5 күн бұрын
Only need to replace bolts if the old ones are corroded
@carloschiquillo682624 күн бұрын
Thanks you sir for your video the help me
@eastpierce5 күн бұрын
The dissy can only go in 2 ways, there's really no need to mark anything as long as you don't turn the engine after you take it out
@johndesatnik49036 ай бұрын
May have to get this done on my 05 safari...thanks for the info/video.
@mgbgtguy6 ай бұрын
No problem 👍
@eudociohernandez1022 ай бұрын
Como cambiar los intake manifold asker perormance
@TheBenjammin6 ай бұрын
I just bought a 97 safari with only 87k miles. Would you recommend doing this as a precaution?
@eastpierce5 күн бұрын
The distributor to rotor alignment is irrelevant as this is a digital ignition system. The ecu sets/adjusts timing, so as long as it's not 180 out you're good to go.
@mgbgtguy4 күн бұрын
I’m used to working on older stuff, and at this point couldn’t bring myself to pull any dizzy without marking it first.
@kikilizarraga7193 Жыл бұрын
Very helpful thank you ! Had a question what would you recommend if something happen but the van died on you and a lot of water got into the motor that made it turn off. Should we replace the motor and just service the engine?
@mgbgtguy Жыл бұрын
If that made the engine shut down, it may have hydro locked , if it did you could have bent rods or other terminal issues. If it wont turn over now then that is likely. When coolant gets in the crankcase it can ruin the bearings pretty quickly, so it depends on how long it was run with coolant in it. You can check the oil to see how full it is and drain it down to proper level, or change it then see if it turns over. or even start it to see if it is knocking before deciding if it’s worth trying to do the intake gasket.
@charleshorseman557 ай бұрын
Is inebriation a practical requirement to do this job? Honest question.
@mgbgtguy7 ай бұрын
I don’t know if that would make it better or worse 😁
@miab1762 Жыл бұрын
Did the intake gasket fix the problem or did the oil-coolant intermix return, indicating bigger problems? Thanks!
@mgbgtguy Жыл бұрын
The intake gasket fixed that problem. Sometimes, though, after getting coolant in the oil, you can have a rod bearing start hammering not too long afterwards depending on how much coolant got any oil, and how long it was running like that.
@miab1762 Жыл бұрын
@@mgbgtguy thanks for the response! My Astro's oil was full of coolant after sitting during the winter. I think it was dripping into the crankcase as it sat. I noticed before I drove it, so I'm going to do the intake, change the oil a few times, and hope for the best. Thanks again 👍
@reklaamipunkt Жыл бұрын
SPASIBO!!!!!
@chaffylandry8579 Жыл бұрын
Hey could you help me with the link for your gasket kit? I am replacing my 97 express conversion.
@mgbgtguy Жыл бұрын
I buy in person, not online. I got the Felpro permadry gasket set, they are usually listed as the improved design in the store computers. I had to point it out while there to get the one I wanted ( I used to be behind the counter and know the system)
@chrisstiancrD29 ай бұрын
Thanks!!!! 🎉
@chrisanderson79375 ай бұрын
How many hours did this job take you
@mgbgtguy5 ай бұрын
Probably about 10 hrs, or around that
@cgamingoutdoors6843 Жыл бұрын
Can you put SU hs4 carbs on a hs2 manifold on a 1275 midget?
@mgbgtguy Жыл бұрын
No. Hs4 carbs have an offset, or angled bolt pattern, where hs 2 carbs are straight in line. Plus the bigger carbs would have a wider bolt spacing anyway.
@i_am_wi11_ Жыл бұрын
Mine only has one fuel hose.
@hardmachine Жыл бұрын
Do you have the Felpro part number???
@mgbgtguy Жыл бұрын
The one I used was MS98002T
@hardmachine Жыл бұрын
@@mgbgtguy thank u sir !!
@reallyhappenings559711 ай бұрын
Access on the Astros looks like a real headache
@mgbgtguy11 ай бұрын
It is 😁
@evilmohawk8524 Жыл бұрын
You wanna do my astro van?? lol i need all this done & i cant do it ill mess it up bad
@mgbgtguy Жыл бұрын
To be honest, I didn’t really want to do this one 🤣
@evilmohawk8524 Жыл бұрын
Wish me luck lol.. im about to attemp this & hopeful not destroy my beloved astro
@Semystic Жыл бұрын
@@evilmohawk8524How'd it go?
@TheEvilways101 Жыл бұрын
well im No mechanic at all, i watched your video, it took me a month working on it only weekends, i took it all apart & did it..then i drove it cross country for 2 weeks! Through crazy roads mountsins steep grades in sedona, Colorado, Pennsylvania etc.. around 8,000+ miles.. i needed a new thermostat, brake pads & 3 oil changes but it ran like a champ!! Zero leaks! Im replacing the ball joints, fuel filter & fuel pump, new cap seals & fluild on the diff, new plugs & wires too.. its gonna be a lil astro tank! Thanks!!
@TheEvilways101 Жыл бұрын
@@Semysticread comment below
@jeffazarva6549 Жыл бұрын
Mach easier doing intake from inside omg
@Semystic Жыл бұрын
I love how much can be done from the inside of the van!
@aronnyrodriguez946623 күн бұрын
Wow I’m cooked 😢
@mrequi1 Жыл бұрын
Cool, I have a 96 Astro conversion called GhettoFabulous with abt 178k. #ghettofabulousvan
@bigoen Жыл бұрын
I wouldn't have you work on my roller skates...😂
@mgbgtguy Жыл бұрын
That’s fine, I don’t work on roller skates 😁
@Semystic Жыл бұрын
Do it yourself ya wuss!
@BigZaddy2112 Жыл бұрын
This gentleman took the time to video tape this procedure and this is what you have to say? INGRATE