So here is my project for the week. I busted the coolant outlet nipple that leaves the intake manifold to feed coolant through the heater core! Come to find out that this piece is not separate from the manifold (it's a all molded piece). This is on a 2002 Mustang GT. See bottom right area of attatched photo. That hose insert broke.
So now, to attempt to save hundreds of $$$$, I'm going to ATTEMPT a crude little fix. Tap the outlet and insert a hose barb that is threaded on one end and not one the other end<---- so that the hose can go down over it. Of course with lots and lots of sealant of some type.
I read that many others have had this same problem. Mostly all on Mustangs and mostly all due to engine torque.
This fix should be interesting. If it doesn't work or I make the situation worse... it is a broken ALL-IN-ONE piece anyhow. I know one thing... if I have to replace the manifold, I'm going with an Eldelbrock!
Just thought I'd share. Any suggestions are welcome... other than "Don't buy a FORD". That will never happen because I'm a born MUSTANG lover.
So now, to attempt to save hundreds of $$$$, I'm going to ATTEMPT a crude little fix. Tap the outlet and insert a hose barb that is threaded on one end and not one the other end<---- so that the hose can go down over it. Of course with lots and lots of sealant of some type.
I read that many others have had this same problem. Mostly all on Mustangs and mostly all due to engine torque.
This fix should be interesting. If it doesn't work or I make the situation worse... it is a broken ALL-IN-ONE piece anyhow. I know one thing... if I have to replace the manifold, I'm going with an Eldelbrock!
Just thought I'd share. Any suggestions are welcome... other than "Don't buy a FORD". That will never happen because I'm a born MUSTANG lover.