Simple Vacuum Tube Fix

[Lhlalyam]

Hi everyone.

I did some searching in this forum for a possible fix for a vacuum tube. I have a 2002 Sport Trac that has an elbow portion of a vacuum tube that was damaged by the radiator hose.

Initially I thought it was the IAC valve which I replaced but once I changed it... the rough idle problem continued. I started digging around for a loose vacuum hose but discovered the melted hose.

Once found, I went to a parts place and they said I had to get the hose part from the dealership. So, I checked out the dealership and they want 50 bucks for the part.

I was wondering if someone could give me a tip for a home remedy for this elbow part of the vacuum tube?

Respects,
Lhlalyam

 

[Flounder]

I don't know of a home remedy. However, I do recommend that you get the part number and fire an e-mail to Torrie of Fast Parts Network, a site sponsor: sales@fastpartsnetwork.com. He ordinarily can quote you a discounted cost on Ford parts.

 

[Lhlalyam]

Thanks for the quick reply. I'll use this contact as a reference for sure. Where is the company located?

Lhlalyam

 

[Flounder]

Torrie's in Florida.

 

[jackb2]

Vacuum Tube Elbow

I had the same problem with my '01 ST. Autozone had a small elbow for about 5 bucks. It fit nicely and ended the problem. I recommend clamping the ends as they will eventually loosen up and create the vacuum leak again.

I think oil from the oil cap gets on the elbow and deteriorates the rubber over time. Mine had a narrow hole on the top of the elbow. When I first found it I used duct tape for a quick fix befor getting the hose.

 

[Lhlalyam]

This is good to know. I'll do this for next time as I went with the 50 dollar tube for the quick fix (*sigh*). Nice to not have the truck shaking around anymore.

Lhlalyam

 

[Nimga]

Photos

I'm not the brightest when it come to locating a part under the hood. I'm getting a rough idle when the truck is in drive and I'm stopped at a red light. I've replaced the MAF and the IAC valve. Now I think it's a vacuum leak or bad PVC tube or valve. Where is the vacuum tube and the PVC valve located. Photos will help the most, I'm a visual learner.

 

[GENO99]

Nimga: I have the same problem with my idle on my 02. I can't locate the pcv or elbow and want to replace them. Did you find them? GENO

 

[MidnightRebel07]

The Elbow is on the side of the throttle body...

And the PCV valve is on the back of the driverside valve cover...

 

[swshawaii]

Bent or 90 degree plier works great for any of the OEM spring hose clamps.

http://www.mysporttrac.com/mysporttrac/projects/ReplacingthePCVvalve.pdf

 

[LONO100]

when i had to replace mine, i happened to swing by a pick n pull for an unrelated reason, and bought a heater hose with two clamps and a 90 degree bend in it for 1 dollar. i just cut it to length on each end, and it slipped right on, and i used the clamps for insurance too. best dollar i ever spent.