Calling Mr Dhadley the V8 specialist

[MarkV_Deep6]

Hello again

I have the 87 300 V8 that you have helped me with several times. I have a leak in the L side of the engine block where the throttle attaches and cooling hoses attach.
I'm certian this is just a seal that needs replacing, but how difficult is it to replace? The leak is minor but I run in salt water frequently and really want to seal this.

Thanks much.

 

[Dhadley]

Re: Calling Mr Dhadley the V8 specialist

Is the leak from the control valve or related hoses or in the block itself?

 

[MarkV_Deep6]

Re: Calling Mr Dhadley the V8 specialist

I don't believe it?s the block; it appears to be the valve. (I didn't know there was a valve there.) I'm certain it not the hoses.

The location is a bit intimidating and I did not want to get in there without knowing what to expect.

Thanks.

 

[Dhadley]

Re: Calling Mr Dhadley the V8 specialist

That's the throttle control water valve. You can actually do away with it and all those hoses. Take a look at a V4 120-140 in 1993. Use that cap & spring. Unscrew the black rubber gasket from the vernatherm assy and use a gasket from the V4. The you can do away with all those hoses. You'll have to plug the hose from the adaptor plate.

 

[MarkV_Deep6]

Re: Calling Mr Dhadley the V8 specialist

That sounds like a good plan. Less is more; as soon as I get back from the fishing trip this weekend I will research the parts and get busy on it.

I would also be willing to bet this part will be a lot less expensive than the V8 component.

Thanks Mr Dhadley!