AustinTaco

This is on an 84 22r. The pump is stock as far as I know. The issue is that this hose burst a few summers ago, and caused major issues. After getting everything put back together, the replacement hose started bulging as well. Upon further inspection, I noticed that the bottom of the PS pump actually touches the hose.
I thought that it might be the hose not being OEM, so I went to the trouble of getting an OEM hose. Same problem.

Is this normal? Could the PS pump or bracket be shifted in a way to promote the contact?

The PS pump has a slight leak, and the oil on the hose is only making the issue worse.

Thanks!

Terrys87

iTrader: (1)

Mine have around half an inch clearance. It is a tight fit. The brackets that hold the Power Steering and Alternator need to be placed a certain way. Sounds like it is not mounted correctly.

Not sure why it is building up pressure and blowing a hose after a few years. I have seen some original hoses still on these trucks.

Here is a picture of about how much room mine has. It is not completely put together on second picture but should give you an idea. Also you can save a few bucks by using a parts store hose Gate# 20801. I also wrap my hose clamp with electrical tape since it is so close to the alternator when replacing that hose.
Gates PN#20801, just cut off where my finger is at. A lot cheaper then the dealer.


Here it is cut to length and on. I need to get some new hose clamps to finish the job.

AustinTaco

Terry87,
Thank You! I didn't want to start messing with the brackets if it wasn't going to change anything. Now I know what happened, and here's a breakdown for anyone else that stumbles upon this thread:
Spark plug broke inside #4 and could not be extracted without head damage
Had a shop put a new head and at the same time upgraded my alternator
That install must have left the PS pump at the current angle, touching the hose
Small leak from PS pump degraded the hose
First hose blew on a 100 degree plus day
2nd hose never blew, but it was bulging.

Moral of the story, check your brackets! Thanks again Terry

Terrys87

iTrader: (1)

Glad to hear you got it working. Those brackets can get put back together incorrectly if not careful. I don't care for where they put the power steering pump as a leak generally goes straight to the alternator. Had to repair a truck due to a leak that caught the alternator on fire. Anytime I work on the power steering pump assembly, I put a plastic bag over the alternator just for that reason.