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tdhyden79 replied to the thread 7MT hydraulic accumulator failure.I will do that -
tdhyden79 replied to the thread 7MT hydraulic accumulator failure.Two of these as the broken part is female on both sides...
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tdhyden79 replied to the thread 7MT hydraulic accumulator failure.Okay, so I have built and installed the new all metal piece. I have driven it all day today with no problems. The clutch does feel...
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tdhyden79 reacted to Snacktime's post in the thread 2.3 vs. 2.7 vs. 3.0 engines after 100K miles (wear & tear assessment via teardowns) with
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I agree, but the tiny bronco engine bay makes it a twin turbo inferno under the hood. 2.3 just packages better in that small engine bay. -
tdhyden79 replied to the thread 7MT hydraulic accumulator failure.No, It's tucked right against the firewall, but honestly, this is a part that should be built to take abuse. Actuating the clutch, even...
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tdhyden79 replied to the thread 7MT hydraulic accumulator failure.Honestly, I'm used to performance clutches on sports cars, and hd clutches on trucks. The Bronco clutch has always felt loose, mushy...
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tdhyden79 replied to the thread 7MT hydraulic accumulator failure.A resounding YES! I have ordered the parts to replace the plastic piece with a full metal piece. Once I get it put together and verify...
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tdhyden79 replied to the thread 7MT hydraulic accumulator failure.Here is a photo of the failed accumulator. There are 4 tabs that hold the body to the internal valve. All 4 tabs broke off allowing...
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Yep! I've played around with my Focus like that and couldn't help but try it in the Bronco. Definitely not the best thing for the...
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tdhyden79 replied to the thread 7MT hydraulic accumulator failure.I wondered... glad to know. I had an old 94 F150 and a 95 Geo Tracker back in the day that I occasionally had to drive like that...
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That could be just crazy enough to work, you bastard genius
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tdhyden79 replied to the thread 7MT hydraulic accumulator failure.Bleeder valve is part of the QD at the bottom of the hose as it goes into the transmission. System is not really made to be easily...
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tdhyden79 replied to the thread 7MT hydraulic accumulator failure.I'm going to build a permanent fix, let me know what yall think... Two of these as the broken part is female on both sides...
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I’ve heard of a couple of master cylinders failing but this is the first I’ve heard of an accumulator. Granted I don’t work in a shop...
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Came here to say your solution will outlast anything the aftermarket comes up with. Nice work!
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I wonder if this a common failure for MT Broncos and if there is a better aftermarket solution.
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Your fix is likely better than the plastic replacement. Nice MacGuyver there
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Keep us posted if you make a "permanent" non plastic fix. Glad that didn't happen on the trail.
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Wow that's wild! Sorry I don't have anything to offer, subbing in case someone else does.
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tdhyden79 replied to the thread 7MT hydraulic accumulator failure.And, here are some pics of "Harry" on the trails!
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tdhyden79 posted the thread 7MT hydraulic accumulator failure in Issues, Repairs, Warranty, TSB, Recalls.I spent just under 3 weeks in the San Juans with the family enjoying all the trails. The day before we were supposed to head home, we...
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