I saw that happen to a T that was minding its own business. You might post a link or details to your source as you aren't the first to have befallen such a fate nor will you be the last.That stupid thing broke the first time I touched it.
I saw that happen to a T that was minding its own business. You might post a link or details to your source as you aren't the first to have befallen such a fate nor will you be the last.That stupid thing broke the first time I touched it.
I'm replaced both the L and R water pipes and connecting hoses to the thermostat. Double checked to make sure all the clamps were tight and still have coolant coming out the square hole.
I have not changed the water pump gasket(have one though), hose bibs were in good shape, I try to only snug hose clamps not the "I have hose material expressing through the worm clamp slots" tight.A couple things you may want to check for your coolant leak(s).
Did you over tighten the large hoses? They are very soft, and can easily be damaged by tightening them too much, causing leaks (which can run down the hose, and into the V, coming out the square hole etc.)
Did you remove all the hoses on the T-stat housing, and clean them before tightening them?
If not, they could be pitting, and tightening the hoses will just bunch them up and cause more leaks.
Did you replace the water pump cover gasket? If not, they leak down the front ledge which exits the square hole, making you think its in the V etc.
Did you overtighten the T-stat housing cover screws, this will also cause leaks.
Got them.Buy the O rings at the top of the case cover for the antifreeze.
I will have to take it to a local shop for the installation. I don't have a press or threaded rod.You will need to get the mechanical seal, oil seal, prop, and bearings.
Some red lube if love
And search the correct depth, as it’s changed several times in the past few years.
Press it in with correct tool or threaded rod, don’t hammer it in, and clean hands are a must, don’t touch the seal, wipe it first with denatured alcohol.
I did the same but came up empty. @Igofar's list in post #35 is what I ordered. I also have the service manual to study.As I'm following @cjames431 adventure, I'm strategizing how to prepare for a similar service in my 1300's future.
For my 1100 I used this article on Mike Martin's website: http://koczarski.com/mmartin/Hose.htm
Not only is it full of tips, it also has a shopping list for the parts you should have on hand to do this properly.
Has a similar list been prepared for the 1300? I searched some obvious terms in the ST1300 Articles and didn't find anything.
Is 24mm still the proper depth?Make sure you can stand there and watch!
Do NOT let the mechanic touch the surface of either seal with his dirty hands, even if he's wearing gloves (because their probably dirty at this point)
The seal(s) need to be wiped off with denatured alcohol before and after installing them.
Make absolutely sure of the depth measurement (have him check his copy of HONDA WRENCH) for the latest update on the correct depth, or you'll be doing this all over again.
I only have an 03-08 manual within reach at the moment, can someone with a newer service manual check the depth?Is 24mm still the proper depth?