great video, just watched it to replace my pump, however, I now have a leak some where. I am wondering if it is the “bypass” hose. the video dose not show how to replace this? any information would be appreciated
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The top water pump bolt was changed to a recessed torx 50 on later models because there is not enough clearance for the standard 14mm socket between bolt head and top of pully. (I used a 12′ long thing handle boxend 14mm wrench on my ’95 RAM. Also, instead of the special pin spannier wrench for the 36mm fan bolt removal, I used a 14″ long channel lock pliers to grasp two of the four bolt heads – stop pulley turning – and a 12″ long crescent wrench to loosen and remove the 36mm fan spindle nut.
What an awesome help..
Glad I came across this, this morning. Bearings blew out on my 2000, 2500 and this video was indispensable- especially the beginning where you mentioned the torx bolt on the top of the pump (now, WHY would they put this there)…no doubt saved me another trip back to the auto parts store.
Anyway, it would be helpful if you mention the steps that are unnecessary when you’re not replacing the hoses as I had done them before I realized…
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the radiator is infront of the fan.
great video, just watched it to replace my pump, however, I now have a leak some where. I am wondering if it is the “bypass” hose. the video dose not show how to replace this? any information would be appreciated
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thanks for your advises. you doing good job guys.
Did you remove the radiator? It doesn’t mention it in the video, but it seems like you have a lot of room to work in there.
GREAT video!
The top water pump bolt was changed to a recessed torx 50 on later models because there is not enough clearance for the standard 14mm socket between bolt head and top of pully. (I used a 12′ long thing handle boxend 14mm wrench on my ’95 RAM. Also, instead of the special pin spannier wrench for the 36mm fan bolt removal, I used a 14″ long channel lock pliers to grasp two of the four bolt heads – stop pulley turning – and a 12″ long crescent wrench to loosen and remove the 36mm fan spindle nut.
Video was posted just days after I struggled with mine
Thanks to your video, I as able to replace my water pump – by myself.
Wouldn’t you want to replace the thermostat at the same time?
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you. You guys made this a very easy job..
congratulations ! this was a great help !!! thank you
How do you change the fan?
Great video. Very helpful. I’m going to replace mine this week.
Any ideas if it’d be the same procedure on a 2002 Ram 3500 Van?
Thanks! awesome step by step with great visibility.
What an awesome help..
Glad I came across this, this morning. Bearings blew out on my 2000, 2500 and this video was indispensable- especially the beginning where you mentioned the torx bolt on the top of the pump (now, WHY would they put this there)…no doubt saved me another trip back to the auto parts store.
Anyway, it would be helpful if you mention the steps that are unnecessary when you’re not replacing the hoses as I had done them before I realized…
Thanks. Great way to help us step by step.
thanks alot now i know what to do when i do mine. great video thanks again
Great Job!!! Very detailed presentation. Helped me to replace the water pump on my 1997 Dodge Ram 1500…. KevinL
Thank you!!!!!!!!