EGR Tube for 1998 Ranger 2.5 L

[sahasranshu]

Hello Enthusiasts,
The EGR Valve of my RWD 1998 Ranger XLT 2.5L had failed. I was able to break open the bolts holding the EGR Valve with the manifold, however it was impossible to break open the EGR Valve from the EGR tube.
So finally I had to cut the EGR Pipe from the exhaust side. I am seeking recommendation for what are the possible options I have now ?

a. Shall I weld the EGR tube around the cut OR
b. Is there any high temp resistant epoxy which I can use around the weld
c. Lastly is there any aftermarket part with an exact replacement for the OEM ?

I read that the dorman tube isn't matching the size of OEM, below are the possible options I found on Rock Auto and I have found one from ebay with good sales number but it looks like this ebay item is dorman part too.

Brand New EGR Tube Emissions Pipe Line For 95-01 Ford Ranger 2.3l 2.5l | eBay

1998-01 FORD RANGER EGR TUBE L4 2.5L. 1995-97 FORD RANGER L4 2.3L. 1 YEAR WARRANTY For all products. All of our parts, be it suspension parts, electrical parts, engine parts, body panels, drivetrain parts are ISO/TS16949 certified by quality manufactures from all across the globe.

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Thank you for your time.

 

[sgtsandman]

Now, keep in mind that it has been a number of years since I did this job. From what I remember, I used an aftermarket EGR tube and it fit fine. If memory serves, I did the exhaust side first then the EGR valve side. The job wasn't horrible but I'm used to dealing with AN fittings on aircraft tubing in horrible to access places. Start the hard to work on side first, then start the easy side and lube the threads with some petroleum jelly. The key is to start the fittings and not fully tighten them until both ends are started.

 

[sahasranshu]

Now, keep in mind that it has been a number of years since I did this job. From what I remember, I used an aftermarket EGR tube and it fit fine. If memory serves, I did the exhaust side first then the EGR valve side. The job wasn't horrible but I'm used to dealing with AN fittings on aircraft tubing in horrible to access places. Start the hard to work on side first, then start the easy side and lube the threads with some petroleum jelly. The key is to start the fittings and not fully tighten them until both ends are started.

Thank you so much for your inputs. Much appreciated !

 

[sahasranshu]

Now, keep in mind that it has been a number of years since I did this job. From what I remember, I used an aftermarket EGR tube and it fit fine. If memory serves, I did the exhaust side first then the EGR valve side. The job wasn't horrible but I'm used to dealing with AN fittings on aircraft tubing in horrible to access places. Start the hard to work on side first, then start the easy side and lube the threads with some petroleum jelly. The key is to start the fittings and not fully tighten them until both ends are started.

I was able to source an OEM EGR Tube luckily, but fitting the pipe has been challenging. To me it seems the EGR pipe fitting ( Aftermarket Dorman 917416 ) needs to be tightened further so that I can align the pipe with exhaust and EGR valve. Image attached, Please comment.
Thanks

 

[sgtsandman]

Did you do as I recommended and lubed the threads and started both ends before tightening starting with the exhaust side? Does the fittings feel seated and tight?

If so, then you are good. The union going into the manifold looks like it could go in more but if it's seated and tight, it should be good.

 

[ben_2_go]

I can't add much more than stgsandman stated. Some of those aftermarket EGR tubes are not bent properly, or they get bent during the shipping process along the way. I started the threads on the manifold, then started the threads on the EGR valve, then bolted the EGR valve to the intake and torqued it down. Then I finished tightening the EGR tube fittings.

 

[sahasranshu]

Did you do as I recommended and lubed the threads and started both ends before tightening starting with the exhaust side? Does the fittings feel seated and tight?

If so, then you are good. The union going into the manifold looks like it could go in more but if it's seated and tight, it should be good.

I was finally able to complete the job, the union which goes into exhaust had to be tightened further, after that I was able to fit in the OEM EGR tube. Thank You

 

[sahasranshu]

I can't add much more than stgsandman stated. Some of those aftermarket EGR tubes are not bent properly, or they get bent during the shipping process along the way. I started the threads on the manifold, then started the threads on the EGR valve, then bolted the EGR valve to the intake and torqued it down. Then I finished tightening the EGR tube fittings.

Thanks for your response. I finally did the job, I just don't know why this model of Ranger has EGR Valve behind the intake manifold. Tough to reach spot. I saw YouTube videos, may other year models have EGR on a much better accessible position.