How do I get the water pump off

[2.9._ranger]

I have the whole assembly off I’ve tried using a big wrench to turn the bolt but I can’t get it to come loose does anyone know how I’m supposed to get this off

 

[RonD]

You are trying to remove the fan clutch

2.9l should be Left handed threads so opposite direction of "normal" threads
Need to put wrench on the nut then hold the pulleys(strap wrench?) and turn the wrench clockwise looking at the front of fan, so opposite direction to loosen it than "normal" nut

 

[2.9._ranger]

You are trying to remove the fan clutch

2.9l should be Left handed threads so opposite direction of "normal" threads
Need to put wrench on the nut then hold the pulleys(strap wrench?) and turn the wrench clockwise looking at the front of fan, so opposite direction to loosen it that "normal" nut

So if I hold the pulley in place i should be able to loosen it?

 

[RobbieD]

Be a good time to replace that cracked fan.

 

[2.9._ranger]

Be a good time to replace that cracked fan.

I know I’ve tried to find a new one but I can’t find anywhere that sells em

 

[RonD]

Yes, if you have a strap wrench

Another way I have used is to loosen 2 of the 4 bolts near the nut and then use a longer screw driver between the 2 bolts, one under one over to prevent water pump shaft(pulleys) from turning, then turn the nut Clockwise

If you have a vise you can try clamping the exposed water pump shaft in the vise to prevent it from turning

 

[2.9._ranger]

I stuck a wrench behind the pulley and made it catch one of the hose outlets and got it to work thanks for the for the help

 

[RonD]

Good work

Just a general "rule of thumb"
If your engine uses "V" fan belts the fan clutch will be Left handed thread(clockwise to remove)

If a serpentine belt look at the water pump pulley
If pulley is smooth then regular threads
If pulley is ribbed then left handed threads

 

[fastpakr]

I know I’ve tried to find a new one but I can’t find anywhere that sells em

I believe (but can't swear in court) that you can use a fan for a 3.0 truck in your application. They're definitely both left hand thread, and some of the parts listings indicate it as a superceding part for yours.

 

[RobbieD]

I believe (but can't swear in court) that you can use a fan for a 3.0 truck in your application.

If you're like me, swearing in court won't clear you. Whenever I work on a fan, I always end up leaving plenty of DNA evidence.