2004.5 HPOP branch tube

[Snoop]

STC fitting on the branch tube broke and got bent backwards towards the rear case. Is it possible to replace this without pulling the heads? Just drop the trans and rear cover, take down to the heads and access the tube on each side?

 

[DEEZUZ]

If the actual branch isn't broken, you can pry it back to place while threading in bolts on new fitting.

It's unclear if you mean the fitting broke and bent branch or broke it

 

[Snoop]

The branch tube is pushed back a little and touching the rear cover. I think I can pry it back into place. Can I replace the STC fitting only on the branch tube?

 

[04cr450]

you can get the whole j tube from ford(goes from branch tube to hpop). i replaced mine when i did the hpop for safety. i forgot the part number though pardon my ignorance. i ll see if i can find it.

 

[Snoop]

That j tube looks to be ok. The part that looks damaged is the branch tube where it meets the j tube. Let me get you guys a picture....

 

[DEEZUZ]

Yea just install new one piece fitting into pump, set pump in with new O rings and then pry branch up to meet the fitting. I've done it a million times

 

[Snoop]

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[Snoop]

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[Snoop]

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[DEEZUZ]

Oh that's right, the hybrid....

Man I've never had one blow out like that.. It would still be worth a chance to pry it back up.. Just don't pry too hard against the rear cover

 

[Snoop]

Ya but that fitting is broke. The fitting is missing half of its sleeve. Is that replaceable?

 

[04cr450]

the stc is still there just the internals of it from what i see.. that piece should just pry right off and then you can put on the new j tube.

 

[Snoop]

Ok cool. I'm gonna look at it now and let you know. Fingers crossed...

 

[Snoop]

That broken piece you see in the pictures is indeed part of the branch tube unfortunately. Will have to drop the trans to get the rear cover off to install a new branch tube