Rotted Fuel Pump Control Module
01-26-2014, 10:56 AM
#21
Hi.
Newer as in 09+? AFAIK, it's in the same place as the '04-'08's.
A shield will only promote the accumulation of crud around the unit unless it is totally sealed. And totally sealing it is a bad idea as it needs to 'breathe - to shed heat.
Either use standoffs and keep an eye on it via seasonal inspections ( done at the same time as you drop the spare to wash and reinflate it every quarter - a good time as it's obscured by the spare itself) or relocate it inside the cab as described earlier.
And pack a spare.
MGD
Newer as in 09+? AFAIK, it's in the same place as the '04-'08's.
A shield will only promote the accumulation of crud around the unit unless it is totally sealed. And totally sealing it is a bad idea as it needs to 'breathe - to shed heat.
Either use standoffs and keep an eye on it via seasonal inspections ( done at the same time as you drop the spare to wash and reinflate it every quarter - a good time as it's obscured by the spare itself) or relocate it inside the cab as described earlier.
And pack a spare.
MGD
01-26-2014, 11:02 AM
#22
I try not to over-engineer these types of things by modifying. I completely agree with the addition of stand-offs. The one I purchased came with rubber ones.
The way I see it... my stock part lasted almost 100k, so the new one (redesigned with stand offs) should get me through another 100,000+ miles.
MGD- Great advise about regular inspection while servicing the spare. You know your stuff.
The way I see it... my stock part lasted almost 100k, so the new one (redesigned with stand offs) should get me through another 100,000+ miles.
MGD- Great advise about regular inspection while servicing the spare. You know your stuff.
Thanks buddy.
I am kinda **** that way. Forgot to mention I also use that opportunity to grease the dang spare winch & cable and lube the crappy lock over the winch hole, lol.
In my climate, it's amazing how much crap gets up under there.
I agree though - yer unit will likely last a good long time. Once past the usual 30-day infant mortality rate of consumer electronics, of course, lol.
Regards & Cheers
MGD
01-26-2014, 11:05 AM
#23
It sprays on - once the propellant dries it's good and sticky and will stay in place unless under direct exposure to water pressure. Recoat seasonally as necessary.
Stuff is amazing for storing corrosion-prone items outside too .
You can get a spray can of it at most all autoparts stores and WallyMart too.
MGD
01-26-2014, 11:19 AM
#24
Thanks buddy. I am kinda **** that way. Forgot to mention I also use that opportunity to grease the dang spare winch & cable and lube the crappy lock over the winch hole, lol. In my climate, it's amazing how much crap gets up under there. I agree though - yer unit will likely last a good long time. Once past the usual 30-day infant mortality rate of consumer electronics, of course, lol. Regards & Cheers MGD
I am kinda **** that way. Forgot to mention I also use that opportunity to grease the dang spare winch & cable and lube the crappy lock over the winch hole, lol. In my climate, it's amazing how much crap gets up under there. I agree though - yer unit will likely last a good long time. Once past the usual 30-day infant mortality rate of consumer electronics, of course, lol. Regards & Cheers MGD
01-26-2014, 01:50 PM
#26
It's kinda like putting a wet suit on one finger and going for a swim in a cold ocean.
01-26-2014, 04:15 PM
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01-28-2014, 12:58 AM
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Replaced mine last year with a Dorman. Prior to installing it I did the following.
1) placed a bead of silicon at the junction of the baklite and potmetal.
2) used dielectric grease on connector before plugging in to keep water from corroding connection.
3) moved out of winter's way to Arizona from Minnesota.
The above should keep me from having to replace the Fuel Pump Controller before trading my truck in (probably in another 6 years)
1) placed a bead of silicon at the junction of the baklite and potmetal.
2) used dielectric grease on connector before plugging in to keep water from corroding connection.
3) moved out of winter's way to Arizona from Minnesota.
The above should keep me from having to replace the Fuel Pump Controller before trading my truck in (probably in another 6 years)
01-29-2014, 01:45 PM
#29
all mixed up
Hi. Yes sir, it does. Job 1 for you is to inspect ASAP. If it looks good, remove it, clean it and the surrounding area an remount with some stainless hardware with a couple extra nuts/washers to act as a spacer. Oh yeah - give it a lght coat of Fluid Film too - both the FPDM and the mounting area. Will help keep the spooge at bay. Lastly - go buy a spare , put it in a fresh non-smelly baggie and toss it into yer onboard parts cache. MGD
MGD
01-29-2014, 01:50 PM
#30
So I took the advise given to me today and decided to remove my FPDM for inspection and let me tell you I am so glad I did after all I went through with my last f150 this one was not far off I removed it and it was rotted and cracked, I replaced it with the dorman one with the stand offs. So thanks for the advise Mgd with out it I could have been stranded again.
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Hi bud;
Wow! That is certainly Great news! And thanks for feeding this info back.
Amazing how these things just fall apart, eh?
Go have a couple :drinks: - you've earned it!
Cheers!