How to Replace Install a Mustang V6 Water Pump and thermostat 3.8l 3.9l

[@ThePauliewashere2]

The best step by step " real circumstance" video on replacing a water pump. 👍🏽👍🏽

[@lastmoto777]

Thank you for the kind words. I am glad the video was helpful !

[@wrr2112]

Very good how-to video. I will give you an A on your video. You didn't overdo the situation and all of the learning points were explained very well. Some guys like to just ramble on and on about things that are so simple. You were to the point and never rambled. I'm sure your video will be helping out a lot of people out there in YOU TUBE land. GOOD JOB!

[@lastmoto777]

Thank you for the kind words! I really appreciate that. I am also glad that the video was helpful.

[@okbuhaile5290]

I gat this car same car….with the same issue I can get such a humble mechanic like u❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@williamkillingsworth2619]

If you leave the belt on it. The tension helps breaking the water pump pulley bolts if you do not have impact/compressor tools

[@Justinbsupra]

I don’t normally comment on videos but I wanted to tell you this is one of the best How to’s I’ve seen in a long time. Thanks for a great video.

[@lastmoto777]

You're very welcome! Thank you for the kind words. I try to make them as understandable as possible. I hope this was helpful on your project.

[@davidshipley2611]

Def like how the puller tool was shown better on the table just so you can see it better definitely a great how to video good job.

[@xackwerley9184]

I bought the same exact puller tool and mine broke before I could even get the water pump off

[@juanpedraza563]

Awesome video man. I was blown away by that tip about the clamp. Never realized there was a little notch to lock it in.

[@lastmoto777]

Yeah that really comes in handy. Glad the video was helpful ! Best of luck with it.

[@NeoRocket001]

Best how to on this subject. Well done.

[@lastmoto777]

Wow, thanks! I am so glad the video helped.

[@dakotalawson6071]

for anybody trying to attempt this leave the serpentine belt on.its a hell of alot easier getting the water pump pulley undone.

[@kaylatrevino3893]

I’m a girl and this is the MOST helpful video everrrr

[@lastmoto777]

Thank you Kayla. I am glad the video was helpful.

[@shawntevlogs4923]

Thanks brotha. Love your video. Explaining and showing what others didnt.

[@lilibethdoherty295]

You are very thorough mechanic and did a fine job here.

[@lastmoto777]

Thanks and I am glad the video was helpful.

[@edward6749]

Very nice video. However, the very last hose that you take off at 7:06 on top... that hose WILL NOT come off whatsoever. I’ve tried hitting with a hammer, burning it in case it was inserted with glue, but nothing. Any suggestions. Thank you

[@lastmoto777]

y Yeah. They can be very stubborn. You can remove the water pump and give it a little twisting action back and forth. Try not to break that heater pipe it is expensive and it is a pain to replace. Best of luck with it.

[@edward6749]

lastmoto777 thank you. I ended up breaking the heater pipe when I put everything back since it never wanted to come off. Luckily for me, my brothers had me dissect our first mustang and we had an extra heater pipe. But man...

[@JulzP5]

Hey Edward, I was reading some comments and I'm in need of trying to replace my heater pipe also. Any tips or suggestions on how to replace it? I just can't find any videos on how to replace and install it. if you can reply it would help a lot, Thanks man.

[@edward6749]

Julian Pando tbh, like I said in my last comment, I was lucky that I had an extra one. I would probably suggest going to a car junkyard. Whoever was the previous owner of my car for some reason had the “hose pipe” crooked. My brother has the same mustang and his came off easy since it was straight. Sorry if I couldn’t help much

[@freshpotatoes1107]

Oh yeah I'm ready to break more stuff on my car now lol. Thanks for the great step by step guide.

[@artie1959]

great video , very easy to follow, thanks for uploading it :)

[@r.j.sdevelopment1458]

Finally, a teacher I can listen to comfortably 🤣😂

[@tommycarrizal1656]

I've came back to this video twice to jog my memory best video I've ever seen keep it coming man this video helped alot 🙏👌

[@worthless4382]

I have a 1996 mustang I changed the water pump out and put it back together but the top where the heater pipe thing goes still leaking does it have 2 orings on it or just one ? Please help need to fix asap to drive

[@lastmoto777]

I would use a new o ring There is supposed to be just one. I don't think it would hurt to put a second one on the heater pipe. Good luck with it. The second one would have to be skinnier rubber because the first one has a notch in the pipe made for it. make sure the heater pipe is going straight into the hole. If it is at even a small angle coolant will get by.

[@DeeKnow]

Thanks dude. I appreciate the video.

[@jeipin3401]

amazing video really helped me with the installation

[@lastmoto777]

Thank you Jeison. I am glad to hit video was helpful.

[@kirkjohnson954]

I have what appears to be vacuum lines, blocking my pump from coming out. They literally go across in front of the pump and are so tight to the pump. The pump will not come off the posts. Any suggestions? Obviously, just remove the vacuum lines, but, trying to do this without taking apart too much

[@charlesdaywalt563]

The heater pipe in my 2003 is stuck in the water pump. I've and tapping it with a hammer and pulling on it and I haven't made any progress. Any suggestions on how to detach it?

[@lordvega763]

Throw some penetrating spray on it

[@retrodadstl]

I bought the pulley puller on Amazon for $30 never know when I will need it again and it's the same as the one you used

[@lastmoto777]

Glad the video was helpful and Autozone will have this tool and other tools for once in a blue moon projects. They lend you the tool for a deposit and you get your money back when you return the specialty tool. So it ends up costing you nothing.

[@JulzP5]

Hey Lastmoto any tips or how to's on how to replace that heater pipe above the water pump? I need some help and can't find any videos about it.

[@matthewsimmons8644]

Great video. Really helped me out. What are the torque specs for the water pump?

[@lastmoto777]

Thanks. 13.5 lbs. is the official number, but I usually go between 15 and 18 foot pounds torque lbs. Good luck with it.

[@huntermfsmith8357]

Hay man can u get me a link too that pully removal tool the parts store has sold me the wrong one 6 times and I got too get the car running by Monday for work.

[@lastmoto777]

I rented mine from autozone. when you return it you get your money back so it actually costs nothing to use. It will be universal and have parts to pull ALL pulleys! That is what I used in the video' They also sell the puller if you wanted to buy one. Best of luck with it.

[@huntermfsmith8357]

lastmoto777 I would but I can’t sombody has it already rented

[@sidewayzcapo5548]

Nice video you deserve more like because u we’re doing step by step thank for the vid

[@lastmoto777]

I appreciate it! I am glad the video was helpful.

[@oscarbarnes9067]

I want to know how to replace the heater hose that comes out of the water pump housing

[@eirannehooie5951]

So my pipe is stuck on my water pump. I'm at a loss here. How hard can I "tap" this thing without breaking it? None of the auto part stores near me have one that I can just replace if I break it. Any advice? Thanks so much!

[@lastmoto777]

They can be hard to remove. try to totally remove the water pump and twist it back and forth ( gently) that pipe is called a heater pipe and costs like 90$ so even when you are getting frustrated try to be patient. There is no magic trick to it so you just kind of have to play with it until it lets go. you can try to pry it up by putting a flat head screwdriver under the bracket that bolts it down. Best of luck with it. that can be very difficult.

[@eduardovilca7974]

Do I have to put silicon or just the gasket in the new water pump? Because I replaced it and it keeps leaking. More than before.

[@lastmoto777]

The blue silicone sealant will help. Make sure the surface of the block is totally clean or it will tend to leak. Best of luck with it Eduardo.

[@baker1978ify]

Great video but if u don’t have the pulley puller u can just take off the four bolts that holds that bracket on and it all comes off in one peace a hole lot easier

[@lastmoto777]

I wanted to do that but the mount bolts behind the pulley are pretty long. Is there a way to do it?

[@mastapimp189]

My mustang has quite a bit of rust, making it it difficult to remove a lot of bolts. I am having a lot of difficulty even removing the pulley. Any suggestions?

[@lastmoto777]

PB blaster. Use that a few hours before removing and again just before removing works pretty well for me. Best of luck with it.

[@loganhudson9720]

Will this work for a 1997? Does the 97 v6 have the bracket from the power steering?

[@lastmoto777]

It should be similar. If the bracket is in front of your water pump then you will have to remove it to remove your water pump.That is a previous generation Mustang , but I beleive the 3.8 is exactly the same. Best of luck with it.

[@newworldorder4292]

Can I still take out the water pump with my ac pipes on it cuz I don't think you have them.

[@lastmoto777]

This Mustang has AC and I did not have to remove them. Just the heater plpe on the top of the water pump. Unless yours is set up differently. Best of luck with it.

[@mattthornton2586]

What are the rods that come out of the water pump called. And what size are the nuts that go on them.

[@lastmoto777]

They are just threaded mounting studs. ,I don't remember the nut sizes. Good luck with it. An OEM stud would be best.

[@FurryWrecker911]

I think my favorite part about this is this is filmed after the belt is already taken off. We've all been here, where we already have like 5 other things taken apart along the way, so the belt won't be there to hold it in place for us.

[@steveauston6020]

You don't need to remove the power steering pulley. Just remove the alternator/power steering pump together with the whole bracket and move forward, only five bolts.

[@ambercarroll5421]

Cant get the piece from 3:23 to come off. Help!

[@lastmoto777]

That is a part that can be very stubborn. Nova that is your heater pipe and it costs like $69 so try not to break it. I would use a little penetrating oil first to try to get it loose. You may have to get the water pump loose and try to twist or slightly change the angle when trying to get it to release, It is just pushed in with an o-ring sealing the pipe. A propane torch may help,but I usually get it lose before that. Best of luck with it.

[@LamNguyen-xq8mb]

Thank you so much.

[@carlife6529]

Amazing video!

[@lastmoto777]

Thank you. I am glad the video was helpful.

[@JohnSmith-mg5ve]

that is so much work. i think mine might be going out dontreally wnt to spend money on it though

[@enriquefernandez1639]

Very good video👍 tomorrow I'm going to throw down in the water pump 💥 save a lot of money thank you very much ✌️

[@lastmoto777]

Glad to help. Best of luck with it.

[@ulisesc4388]

I have alot of messy buildup near water pump n experiencing overheat 135k mile sometimes overheats while driving highway

[@lastmoto777]

Yeah you have cooling system problems. You will need to identify where the leak or leaks are comig from and deal with them. Check your cooling fan as well. Best of luck with it.

[@MrFz1000]

Don't need a puller if you go from underneath you can remove the bolts and the powersteering pump alternator slide off

[@cottonm4cottonm488]

Before you can remove the water pump you have to remove the power steering pump bracket. There are 4 bolts and with the bolts removed the bracket does not want to move. So, I'm stuck. No youtube video talks about removing the power steering pump and the bracket. That's what I a looking for.

[@ufartface]

look for mad boosting video- there is an alternative to removing power steering pulley- you can remove the whole bracket holding it

[@jaylewis9842]

What the part called behind the water pump , the lil sensor thing

[@lastmoto777]

That's your thermostat, thermostat housing and water temp. sensor, Good luck with it.

[@jaylewis9842]

lastmoto777 it was the cam shaft position

[@brandonhudson9952]

Awesome

[@marlonavila8726]

Great 👏

[@lastmoto777]

Thanks. I am glad the video was helpful.

[@jacobhofseth-gonzalez5746]

This helped me a lot, thanks for the tutorial man. 💪

[@TitanFallDeath666420]

When you go to pull the water pipe out of the top of the Water pump!!!! Be Careful That pipe get's corrosion in it and can be a pain to get out! And will puncture very easily! I had a helluva time getting mine out!

[@lastmoto777]

Great point! That tube is expensive too.

[@brainc0la-_-]

Nice.

[@pjford5254]

Thanks

[@lastmoto777]

You are welcome .I am glad the video was helpful.

[@goodvibess31]

Just saved everyone about 700 dollars.

[@lastmoto777]

Thanks man. Thats exactly what I hoped to do when I made the vid. I think the money feels better in our pockets! lol

[@joseaguilar-gf5vf]

50/50??

[@lastmoto777]

If you use concentrated antifreeze then its 50% coolant and 50% water. You can also just use the " ready to use " coolant and it will already be 50/50. Thanks for watching.

[@miguelpmat]

the best

[@steveauston6020]

Don't need to remove the coolant reservoir

[@bryamenciso1790]

Something my dad never taught me

[@Kojiro3210]

For that bracket, is it ok to say "I know whats NOT going back on"? :3 Just kidding... OFC :3

[@lastmoto777]

Yup...lol

[@Vexrais]

You can break this real easy... Uses hammer to beat it out

[@superbeast4287]

I love these videos.....but I type in 1994......and I get ZIP.......No videos for that.....I know why.....its a ford pos year and car.....Trying to help a friend.....looks easy enough.....my mistake......FRICKEN EVERYTHING was connected to the wp. All brackets, P steering, Alt....its a frickin nightmare. There is a vacuum hose you have to get outta the way......but its brackets are connected to the exhaust bolts....NO SHIT.....I worked my way around that by removing the coil mount....another clusterf*ck.........All this is the worst design Ive ever seen.....I think the rear right wheel is connected to the WP in someway.......gimmie and old chevy or ford (even a ranger or s10) pick up truck any day.....they are killing us backyard mechanics.

[@lastmoto777]

Yeah that was a horrible design. Not very friendly to the mechanic! They improved on that in later generations. Best of luck with it.

[@helplessants]

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