1999 F350 7.3 diesel
Noticed a steady drip coming from the area right behind the front crankshaft pulley.

I'd appreciate advice on locating the leak and the steps needed to repair.
Thank you.
Eric

 

Hi Eric,
What may help would be to get hold of a cooling system pressure tester and pump it up to the pressure shown on the radiator cap (some are 7lbs , some are 15 lbs). It could be something simple like a loose hose clamp or hopefully not a water pump seal. Usually that will allow you to see the source of the leak. If it is the pump , let us know, maybe we can save you some grief.

 

T stat housing was a good weep point, pump, or oil cooler and of course hoses.. Pressure test like mentioned helps spot them bleeders..

 

Thanks guys!
I discovered it was the water pump. Swapped it out yesterday and all is good. For a moment i thought i was going to need to pull the front engine cover. Glad that was not necessary!
Eric

 

Thanks for the update !