Engine/Transmission (1994 - 1998) Washers on OF valve

[AMink]

I was checking the spring length on my overflow valve (it was short) and saw that there are 3 small stacked washers that the spring sits on. Do these washers add to the length of the spring, or do I measure it to . 5 inch without them? Also, I dropped the bigger washer that the bolt snugs down on. Was it steel or something else? I can't find it :{ . Live and learn!

 

[Heepdriver]

the washer you lost should be copper to crush and seal properly. A good parts store that carries small parts or a truck shop with parts house should be able to supply you with one. block off the hole with something to keep dirt from getting in there and take your o/f parts with you to insure you get the right size washer. The spacers under the spring are to compensate for spring tension at seated position. I stretch mine and leave the spacers in there.

Hope this helps

 

[AMink]

Thanks Heepdriver. That bugger had stuck to the pump with paint, and while I was sticking the bolt back in, it fell off. I didn't even get to see it. I think I have an entire spare part store hiding in my engine and suspension!

 

[Heepdriver]

If your lucky they fall off on the highway and break the window of rice racers :-laf enjoy a little more fuel today

 

[MLee]

There are gremlins that hide in those dark places and are just waiting. Your not the first and won't be the last. always stuff a rag in this area to catch the small parts It'll shut you down instantly. Advise::; read twice and do once

just my penny's worth

Marv.



[I allways remove this from the engine to work on it]

 

[AMink]

MLee, you are right! I didn't even think about it because "it was so easy to get to" :-laf . Apparently, also so easy to get away! Of course, then I'd have to remember to remove the rag. I read one of these threads where someone forgot to take the rag out of his air filter hose. Sucked it through the turbo and POOF! no turbo.