THX!!! 27:44 seconds to do the entire repair !!! 4 more to put tools away, 12 more for test drive. total was 46:44 from the end of you video to writing this comment!! you took all guess work out and made this soooo easy...
Thanks for posting. What I had read is that you need to replace the hose and the tank to stop the leak at about $150, plus my time. I ordered from Pegasus for $43 with shipping. Thanks for sharing!
I just completed the repair in about 30 minutes. The key is to soak the hose in hot hot water. It will slip on the reservoir nipple without a lot of drama. It also helps to remove the air intake duct work. I also did not have to trim the silicone hose. 2012 5.0.
Bob Cowan great tip! I had heard someone say to put it in a low oven for a little while but a hot water soak would definitely be more efficient to loosen up the hose. I felt like the replacement hose would have fit without trimming but I would’ve been wedging it in there and it would cause extra stress on the joints. Glad it worked so easily for you
Thanks for the video. Before I saw this, I bought a new hose and it still leaked. I bought a new o-ring to replace the one in the new hose and it still leaks. Just ordered my kit from Pegasus today.
Same issue here. I just got my Pegasus kit...now I have to decide if I want to do this in 17 degree weather outside. Update: I did it today. It went just as the video said it would.
Thanks for the video! Appreciate it. Just ordered from Pegasus racing and will be putting it on when I get it. Ford should have recalled this hose connection. I’m a true blue Ford guy but it’s a shame they make all this new stuff junky- on all makes of vehicles. They should man-up and recall known problems like this! ..( but that would cost them a few dollars)
Great video, nice details. In that hose there is a o ring...same as the upper radhose. There are o rings in these connectors all you need to do is replace them... if not wanting to chop up your truck. Like 2$ per ring. The rings flattened out and leak when pressure is dropped while cooling down.
The problem is the plastic neck warps and deforms. Once that happens putting new o-rings in it will not make it seal up. This kit is the only way to repair it properly.
I ring won’t work - it’s the elbow connector that is the issue - I bought the whole new hose with the new o ring and it’s still leaking - 2012 platinum
I just had my dealer replace the hose and water tank. $1000 later but i have an extended warranty on my 2014 so only $50 out of my pocket.. I asked for the old parts back to see what the issue was but both the hose and tank look fine.. What baffles me is why can't somebody just put some high heat silicone in the connection and re-install. Anyone try that? Dealer charged 3 hours to do it and looks like they forgot to reinstall my hood switch and did a crap job installing the air ducting. Any dealer mechanics reading? FYI dealer mechanic we go to you because you are supposed to be the best.. my dealership (Chilliwack ford) sucks balls and will get an ear full tomorrow.
Great Video! I had a similar issue, however, upon my investigations it appears to be an O ring that is the root cause of my "leak" . Furthermore, it appears your fix does address the accessibility and functionality of Ford's piss poor design. Ford wanted to charge me $330 for parts and labor (wanting to replace the entire upper hose assembly). I took the hose off at the tank and found that the O ring was flattened and had minor cracks. Got the O ring cheap and cleared up my issue in a blink of an eye.
Just make sure you slip the silicone hose all the way on the reservoir. I only put it over where the factory one goes and it blew off in the Chick-fil-A line and coolant went everywhere haha
J Spencernado of course! I went in and ate while I waited for some tools and coolant from a friend! Hopefully I didn’t I didn’t trim it too much so I can slip it all the way over next time. You haven’t had any trouble with yours popping off right?
Still going strong. It was a fight to get it on there securely but as others have mentioned, if you can soak that replacement piece in hot water it’ll be more pliable and will slip on more easily.
I had the same problem, the only thing you have to do is replace the o-ring in the quick connector, ( the piece of plastic you have in your hand) its behind the white plastic. its easy just get a o-ring pick tool pull the damaged o-ring and install the new one. 3 mins. job free o-ring from my friend at the auto parts.
HECTOR CABALLERO cool, I had read from others with the same problem that that approach did not end up solving the issue. Definitely an easier fix though! Probably worth it to give that a try first
We owners of these trucks with this problem should organize and do a class action law suet. Ford knew what they were doing to generator repair revenue.
Wish I would have watched this first. Feel so bad now, like I lost. Just worry overcame me and had to fix asap before it gets worse. Well, expensive lesson.
priestof1 , no worries my man. It sounds like this issue can happen at multiple points within the coolant system. If it happens again at some other place within the system you might be able to fix it yourself for cheap!
My mechanics wants to change both turbos on my f150 2013th, because of coolant leaks and asking for 3.560$! But I can’t notice any of the bad turbo symptoms! What do you think guys?
Great video! I had this exact same issue with this crappy hose connector. Bought a brand new replacement hose online and it still leaked! WTF! tried buying a replecement O-ring that was a little thicker but that also did not fix the problem. I also bought a connector and hose clapms as a back up and planned to cut the elbow off of the old hose and make a connector just like the one in the video. Only thing is the rubber hose will only fit on the bottom end of the connector. I bought the Pegasus kit like you did and will replace it when I get it. I don't trust the connection as is but it is not leaking and has not budged under pressure and heat so far. Hats off to Pegasus Racing for selling this kit. Now if they can only fix fords Warped rotor problem. www.pegasusautoracing.com/
david neighbor me also - bought hose from dealer for $225, still leaking a week later 😡 we need to report this issues then can do a recall and if you already replaced it you get $ back and if it goes as a recall it’s a free fix
How bad was the leak before the fix and how was it leaking. I think I am having the same problem. I ordered the kit just want to make sure that is it. It leaks after a drive and won’t leak when I turn it off.
I have a 2013 f150 ecoboost and 2 days ago my window got foggy and the coolant odor was going in my interior and outside. I have a leak and one mechanic told me it can be my heater core
GrizzyVII , I am no expert by any means but I have read a lot of online testimonials of people who have replaced all kinds of parts trying to fix a coolant leak when it was just a bad hose seal all along, like in this case. A buddy of mine looked at this before I figured it all out and was “sure” it was some other component. Just make sure you get second opinions before you start throwing parts at it.
GrizzyVII , I am no expert by any means but I have read a lot of online testimonials of people who have replaced all kinds of parts trying to fix a coolant leak when it was just a bad hose seal all along, like in this case. A buddy of mine looked at this before I figured it all out and was “sure” it was some other component. Just make sure you get second opinions before you start throwing parts at it.
One clamp connects the new hose to the bottom of the coolant tank. That was a pretty tight fit trying they the hose onto the outlet spout so if that’s where the hose came loose you might try heating up the hose or lubricating it to get it to go on more easily. Then secure the clamp really well.
Roger Pease if I was doing it all over again I’d definitely take the advice other have given here about soaking the hose in hot water for a bit to make it go on easier. Otherwise, this fix is still going strong for me!
When you drain the coolant from the radiator will the coolant from the reservoir drain also? Or do i need to manually empty the coolant from the reservoir separately?
@@jspencernado6228 So just disconnect the hose where the leak is and catch the little bit of that? and thanks for the tip. my package will arrive soon and gonna tackle this.
Leonardo Garcia yeah, disconnect the hose where it attaches to the bottom of the coolant reservoir. Be ready with a cup to catch most of the coolant that’s gonna be draining from the reservoir. Then just cut off the end of the hose and tie in the replacement kit like I show in the video
Leonardo Garcia I took the whole thing off in order to get the replacement piece to slide on the bottom of the reservoir. Others were able to do it without taking the whole thing off by soaking the replacement hose in hot water to make it expand a bit. I’m not that smart.
john orrick , the temperatures outside were fairly mild as I recall. I’m in San Antonio, TX (home of the 5 time NBA Champions- The Spurs) so it doesn’t get too cold here. I imagine temps could affect it as the o-ring seal inside the factory hose probably contracts or becomes more rigid. To date I haven’t lost a drop of coolant so this fix has definitely been worth it so far.
Yeah, I talked to a very knowledgeable mechanic about this fix. He said it’ll get you 40k or so miles. Not a forever fix but long enough that it’s worth it. I keep an extra clamp and bottle of coolant in the truck to get me through if it happens again
EL MONARCA I used some garden shears but any good pair of scissors will also work. I just cut the line so that the new piece would fit. Doesn’t have to be precise because the hose will flex some.
@@jspencernado6228 Can i cut the existing hose further back instead of cutting the silicone hose kit , so i don't have to trim either side of the Pegasus hose kit?
Leonardo Garcia sure you can but the old saying about how you can always take more off but you can’t put it back on definitely applies. You just don’t want to trim it back so far that there is strain on your connections
ytpiano9 at the time I asked the dealer about it there was not a hose replacement for less than $50. I can’t recall what they quoted me at the time but after much searching this seemed to be the most economical fix. Also, just for an update. This fix is still holding strong and I haven’t had to adjust it since. Good luck!
On my nearest dealer is about 90 plus tax, and for what I saw on the video, replacing the original is mor complicated than to just replace the little connector
@@jspencernado6228 I found the connection and the little metal clip.It's lose so I guess when the system builds up pressure and driving at high speeds. It's hard to actually see the coolant because it evaporates don't see anything on the ground or anywhere but that same piece you remove is lose on mine
pops1 pops1 if you’re able to resecure it that may be the only fix needed. However, others have said the issue is the little rubber o-ring inside of the hose where it connects. Others say they replaced that and it still leaked so it’s still not fully known what combination of issues may cause the leak but I know that the replacement connection I have employed has held up great over time.
Great video, nice details. In that hose there is a o ring...same as the upper radhose. There are o rings in these connectors all you need to do is replace them... if not wanting to chop up your truck. Like 2$ per ring. The rings flattened out and leak when pressure is dropped while cooling down.
Even with replacement rings they can continue to leak. I actually purchased a brand new hose with rings when the original went bad. And sure enough it leaked from the moment installed. The whole hosing the o-rings sit in is a design flaw. Complete junk.
THX!!! 27:44 seconds to do the entire repair !!! 4 more to put tools away, 12 more for test drive. total was 46:44 from the end of you video to writing this comment!! you took all guess work out and made this soooo easy...
Thanks for posting. What I had read is that you need to replace the hose and the tank to stop the leak at about $150, plus my time. I ordered from Pegasus for $43 with shipping. Thanks for sharing!
Do you have part number information ? are all part purchased individually?
I just completed the repair in about 30 minutes. The key is to soak the hose in hot hot water. It will slip on the reservoir nipple without a lot of drama. It also helps to remove the air intake duct work. I also did not have to trim the silicone hose. 2012 5.0.
Bob Cowan great tip! I had heard someone say to put it in a low oven for a little while but a hot water soak would definitely be more efficient to loosen up the hose. I felt like the replacement hose would have fit without trimming but I would’ve been wedging it in there and it would cause extra stress on the joints. Glad it worked so easily for you
nice job, I ordered my kit and after watching your video you can bet that I will be removing the reservoir.
Thanks for the video. Before I saw this, I bought a new hose and it still leaked. I bought a new o-ring to replace the one in the new hose and it still leaks. Just ordered my kit from Pegasus today.
THIS SAVED ME!! I found the same leak on my truck and was pissed to think i had to remove the entire hose all the way through the engine bay.
Good job. I did the same type of repair to my transmission cooling hose coming out of the front small radiator looking thing in front of truck.
Same issue here. I just got my Pegasus kit...now I have to decide if I want to do this in 17 degree weather outside.
Update: I did it today. It went just as the video said it would.
Thanks for the video!
Appreciate it.
Just ordered from Pegasus racing and will be putting it on when I get it. Ford should have recalled this hose connection.
I’m a true blue Ford guy but it’s a shame they make all this new stuff junky- on all makes of vehicles.
They should man-up and recall known problems like this! ..( but that would cost them a few dollars)
72MAV if enough people report it they will do a recall
Nice work bud. Just picked up a 12 with this exact issue. Just ordered the part from Pegasus... thanks for the help! Great Vid.
Matt Aldmeyer I can’t find it on that site - I see parts but no kit ?
Does anyone have the part # from Pegasus ?
Great video thanks for doing and sharing all this info!!!
You are definitely doing great keep up the good work and savings 👍
I have the exact same problem. Man thank you very much for this info 2012 f150fx2
Done son! Appreciate the video. Worked like a charm.
Great video, nice details.
In that hose there is a o ring...same as the upper radhose. There are o rings in these connectors all you need to do is replace them... if not wanting to chop up your truck. Like 2$ per ring.
The rings flattened out and leak when pressure is dropped while cooling down.
The problem is the plastic neck warps and deforms. Once that happens putting new o-rings in it will not make it seal up. This kit is the only way to repair it properly.
Just got s new hose an its leaking still , leaking in back of reservoir nipple, going to order kit 👍
You can buy the o-ring that goes inside of that quick-connect hose end and fix the leak fairly simple. The o-ring is cheap, too.
Andrew Holmes where did you get the oring? My mom's truck has the same issue
I tried replacing the O-ring as well but no luck. Possibly need a thicker diameter ring.
I ring won’t work - it’s the elbow connector that is the issue - I bought the whole new hose with the new o ring and it’s still leaking - 2012 platinum
I just had my dealer replace the hose and water tank. $1000 later but i have an extended warranty on my 2014 so only $50 out of my pocket.. I asked for the old parts back to see what the issue was but both the hose and tank look fine.. What baffles me is why can't somebody just put some high heat silicone in the connection and re-install. Anyone try that? Dealer charged 3 hours to do it and looks like they forgot to reinstall my hood switch and did a crap job installing the air ducting. Any dealer mechanics reading? FYI dealer mechanic we go to you because you are supposed to be the best.. my dealership (Chilliwack ford) sucks balls and will get an ear full tomorrow.
Im one of those who thought i was doing the right thing and bought a new hose.... still leaks just ordered Pegasus kit......
Great Video! I had a similar issue, however, upon my investigations it appears to be an O ring that is the root cause of my "leak" . Furthermore, it appears your fix does address the accessibility and functionality of Ford's piss poor design.
Ford wanted to charge me $330 for parts and labor (wanting to replace the entire upper hose assembly). I took the hose off at the tank and found that the O ring was flattened and had minor cracks. Got the O ring cheap and cleared up my issue in a blink of an eye.
TuffRings.com has this O-ring guaranteed to fit fit for $4 shipped right now. In case anyone is looking for one.
@@svhcu do you have a part number for the oring?
Just make sure you slip the silicone hose all the way on the reservoir. I only put it over where the factory one goes and it blew off in the Chick-fil-A line and coolant went everywhere haha
oldmcdonal D but they still said “my pleasure” before you left, right?!
J Spencernado of course! I went in and ate while I waited for some tools and coolant from a friend! Hopefully I didn’t I didn’t trim it too much so I can slip it all the way over next time. You haven’t had any trouble with yours popping off right?
Still going strong. It was a fight to get it on there securely but as others have mentioned, if you can soak that replacement piece in hot water it’ll be more pliable and will slip on more easily.
J Spencernado thanks so much! Have a great rest of your day!
In the video it looks like he didn't slip the hose all the way in where the hose and reservoir meet.
I had the same problem, the only thing you have to do is replace the o-ring in the quick connector, ( the piece of plastic you have in your hand) its behind the white plastic. its easy just get a o-ring pick tool pull the damaged o-ring and install the new one.
3 mins. job free o-ring from my friend at the auto parts.
HECTOR CABALLERO cool, I had read from others with the same problem that that approach did not end up solving the issue. Definitely an easier fix though! Probably worth it to give that a try first
i tried replacing oring still leaked
We owners of these trucks with this problem should organize and do a class action law suet. Ford knew what they were doing to generator repair revenue.
Before doing a lawsuit you should work on your spelling.
thanks for posting the video
Wish I would have watched this first. Feel so bad now, like I lost. Just worry overcame me and had to fix asap before it gets worse. Well, expensive lesson.
priestof1 , no worries my man. It sounds like this issue can happen at multiple points within the coolant system. If it happens again at some other place within the system you might be able to fix it yourself for cheap!
Looking at your video..how did it turn out..did it fix the leak?
My mechanics wants to change both turbos on my f150 2013th, because of coolant leaks and asking for 3.560$! But I can’t notice any of the bad turbo symptoms! What do you think guys?
Thank you Sooooo Much.... :))
nice job!
Great video! I had this exact same issue with this crappy hose connector. Bought a brand new replacement hose online and it still leaked! WTF! tried buying a replecement O-ring that was a little thicker but that also did not fix the problem. I also bought a connector and hose clapms as a back up and planned to cut the elbow off of the old hose and make a connector just like the one in the video. Only thing is the rubber hose will only fit on the bottom end of the connector. I bought the Pegasus kit like you did and will replace it when I get it. I don't trust the connection as is but it is not leaking and has not budged under pressure and heat so far. Hats off to Pegasus Racing for selling this kit. Now if they can only fix fords Warped rotor problem.
www.pegasusautoracing.com/
david neighbor me also - bought hose from dealer for $225, still leaking a week later 😡 we need to report this issues then can do a recall and if you already replaced it you get $ back and if it goes as a recall it’s a free fix
Do you have the part #
I tried goin on line it wouldn't let me.
Thank you
How bad was the leak before the fix and how was it leaking. I think I am having the same problem. I ordered the kit just want to make sure that is it. It leaks after a drive and won’t leak when I turn it off.
Jacob Gonzales , it continued to leak after shutting off the engine. Probably leaked about a quart, basically whatever was in the reservoir.
Thank you thank you thank you
I have a 2013 f150 ecoboost and 2 days ago my window got foggy and the coolant odor was going in my interior and outside. I have a leak and one mechanic told me it can be my heater core
GrizzyVII , I am no expert by any means but I have read a lot of online testimonials of people who have replaced all kinds of parts trying to fix a coolant leak when it was just a bad hose seal all along, like in this case. A buddy of mine looked at this before I figured it all out and was “sure” it was some other component. Just make sure you get second opinions before you start throwing parts at it.
GrizzyVII , I am no expert by any means but I have read a lot of online testimonials of people who have replaced all kinds of parts trying to fix a coolant leak when it was just a bad hose seal all along, like in this case. A buddy of mine looked at this before I figured it all out and was “sure” it was some other component. Just make sure you get second opinions before you start throwing parts at it.
Yes thank you 👍
Thanks
How many clamps did you put in the hose because mine came off when I was driving
I only put 1
One clamp connects the new hose to the bottom of the coolant tank. That was a pretty tight fit trying they the hose onto the outlet spout so if that’s where the hose came loose you might try heating up the hose or lubricating it to get it to go on more easily. Then secure the clamp really well.
What I did is that I left the hose connector in there and I just put silicone tape inside the hose connector and is not dripping no more at all
I have a 12 platinum and its doing the same thing i just ordered mine from Pegasus
Roger Pease if I was doing it all over again I’d definitely take the advice other have given here about soaking the hose in hot water for a bit to make it go on easier. Otherwise, this fix is still going strong for me!
I can’t find the kit , what it is under
Debbie Hawco search f-150 silicone hose kit on pegasus’ website
Thanks!
Is this for the 6 cylinder, 8 cylinder or both? Thanks
Mark touchette mine is a 3.5 V6 eco boost. Not sure about the other engine options.
earlier I ask for the part number it was easy to find on the Pegasus website but here it is anyway SHK-FORD-001-BLACK
When you drain the coolant from the radiator will the coolant from the reservoir drain also? Or do i need to manually empty the coolant from the reservoir separately?
@@jspencernado6228 So just disconnect the hose where the leak is and catch the little bit of that? and thanks for the tip. my package will arrive soon and gonna tackle this.
@@jspencernado6228 Should i disconnect and remove the reservoir and air duct like you did or just work on it without removing?
Leonardo Garcia yeah, disconnect the hose where it attaches to the bottom of the coolant reservoir. Be ready with a cup to catch most of the coolant that’s gonna be draining from the reservoir. Then just cut off the end of the hose and tie in the replacement kit like I show in the video
Leonardo Garcia I took the whole thing off in order to get the replacement piece to slide on the bottom of the reservoir. Others were able to do it without taking the whole thing off by soaking the replacement hose in hot water to make it expand a bit. I’m not that smart.
@@jspencernado6228 cut both the existing hose and the new kit hose right?
What is the part number
Did yours leak when it was cold or all the time? We've been in the subzero temperatures here and I just noticed mine leaking.
john orrick , the temperatures outside were fairly mild as I recall. I’m in San Antonio, TX (home of the 5 time NBA Champions- The Spurs) so it doesn’t get too cold here. I imagine temps could affect it as the o-ring seal inside the factory hose probably contracts or becomes more rigid. To date I haven’t lost a drop of coolant so this fix has definitely been worth it so far.
Jeremy Spencer, I'm just going to suck it up and do this to mine then. Really don't want to be stranded on some negative degree night!
Yeah, I talked to a very knowledgeable mechanic about this fix. He said it’ll get you 40k or so miles. Not a forever fix but long enough that it’s worth it. I keep an extra clamp and bottle of coolant in the truck to get me through if it happens again
I spotted this leak today. Will this work?
Leonardo Garcia oh it’ll work. It’ll work like a charm.
Under what sub title ?
Debbie Hawco www.pegasusautoracing.com/productdetails.asp?RecID=25905
Anyone have the part #
Part number?
How remove the old one?
EL MONARCA I used some garden shears but any good pair of scissors will also work. I just cut the line so that the new piece would fit. Doesn’t have to be precise because the hose will flex some.
@@jspencernado6228 Can i cut the existing hose further back instead of cutting the silicone hose kit , so i don't have to trim either side of the Pegasus hose kit?
Leonardo Garcia sure you can but the old saying about how you can always take more off but you can’t put it back on definitely applies. You just don’t want to trim it back so far that there is strain on your connections
The new hose only cost less than 50 dollars. Why didn.t you buy a new hose?
ytpiano9 at the time I asked the dealer about it there was not a hose replacement for less than $50. I can’t recall what they quoted me at the time but after much searching this seemed to be the most economical fix. Also, just for an update. This fix is still holding strong and I haven’t had to adjust it since. Good luck!
The price is Canadian currency from ford deal in Canada.
On my nearest dealer is about 90 plus tax, and for what I saw on the video, replacing the original is mor complicated than to just replace the little connector
ytpiano9 mine was $225 Canadian 🤷🏻♀️
I did buy a new hose and now 6 months later it needs the reservoir I was told today for $431, I'm buying this hose kit from Pegasis
Where can I buy the kit?
pegusus auto
Why are you whispering???
Can't you just order a whole new hose
pops1 pops1 yes I’m sure you could but probably for a lot more money and more complex installation. Let us know if you do it how it goes!
@@jspencernado6228 I found the connection and the little metal clip.It's lose so I guess when the system builds up pressure and driving at high speeds. It's hard to actually see the coolant because it evaporates don't see anything on the ground or anywhere but that same piece you remove is lose on mine
pops1 pops1 if you’re able to resecure it that may be the only fix needed. However, others have said the issue is the little rubber o-ring inside of the hose where it connects. Others say they replaced that and it still leaked so it’s still not fully known what combination of issues may cause the leak but I know that the replacement connection I have employed has held up great over time.
Why you talking like if you wake your wife up she's gonna come best the dear ever loving shit outa us all?
Horrible video
Kolbycheese Racing 29 thank you for the constructive input.
J Spencernado yes sir thank you for the video use a tripod next time So the camera isn’t so shaky
Great video, nice details.
In that hose there is a o ring...same as the upper radhose. There are o rings in these connectors all you need to do is replace them... if not wanting to chop up your truck. Like 2$ per ring.
The rings flattened out and leak when pressure is dropped while cooling down.
Even with replacement rings they can continue to leak. I actually purchased a brand new hose with rings when the original went bad. And sure enough it leaked from the moment installed. The whole hosing the o-rings sit in is a design flaw. Complete junk.
Im one of those who thought i was doing the right thing and bought a new hose.... still leaks just ordered Pegasus kit......