Dads 09 gmc 2500 6.0L with only 40,000 miles seems to have lost all its coolant instantly, not a slow leak. It over heated and he drove it a few miles. I told him he's nuts but says there are precautions that the engine will shut off if it gets too hot. I say he's crazy for trusting such a thing. Think he did much damage? He wanted to take it to a shop but talked him into letting me take a shot at it. This is my first water pump job but am armed with south main autos excellent video. Also rented a 36mm wrench and fan clutch tool, even though it doesn't have pins. But I think the 1/4" bolts I bought will fit in the holes to help assist from the pulley spinning.
Im thinking it's water pump gaskets possibly since I've heard it's a common problem. Also heard water pumps go out like crazy but would think it would be a slow leak out the weep hole. So if it's just gaskets, should I just replace those or order a whole new pump? Also wondering if I should change belts. I'm thinking if coolant got on them they are pretty much toast and for being 10 years old. Will check for play on the tensioner and pump. I'm not really familiar to only one coolant fill, will the reservoir tank get mixed if I just throw coolant and water in seperately? Will also check thermostat for leaks and if the pump is toast, I will order a new one. I'm pretty sure he has a critter living inside the engine bay somewhere. Would it be possible it was thirsty and ate through a coolant line? I've had this happen before on a washer fluid line lol
Im thinking it's water pump gaskets possibly since I've heard it's a common problem. Also heard water pumps go out like crazy but would think it would be a slow leak out the weep hole. So if it's just gaskets, should I just replace those or order a whole new pump? Also wondering if I should change belts. I'm thinking if coolant got on them they are pretty much toast and for being 10 years old. Will check for play on the tensioner and pump. I'm not really familiar to only one coolant fill, will the reservoir tank get mixed if I just throw coolant and water in seperately? Will also check thermostat for leaks and if the pump is toast, I will order a new one. I'm pretty sure he has a critter living inside the engine bay somewhere. Would it be possible it was thirsty and ate through a coolant line? I've had this happen before on a washer fluid line lol
