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- Year, Model & Trim Level
- 2016 Explorer Platinum
So I’m waiting on picking up a 2016 Explorer Platinum with 127k miles. I plan on changing all fluids and any other maintenance items. I’ve pretty much decided to either replace the water pump myself or maybe pay someone to do it. I’ve done a lot of reading on the forums about different versions of water pumps and the thread with photos of the different version does not display the correct photos.
So I’m wonder what is the best water pump to buy as a replacement? It looks like the OEM motorcraft pump only has one gasket/seal when I have heard some have two. One of the replacements from AC Delco has 2 seals but I rather stay with OEM, unless aftermarket is the only way to get the dual seal design. Anyone change a water pump and can confirm the latest part number and whether it had the improved design with 2 seals or not?
Final question is at 127k miles what other items should I plan on replacing if I intend on using the vehicle as long as possible? I know I’ve seen timing chain but should the secondary chains and sprockets be changed as well? I’m considering doing a valve cleaning as well since it is GDI and an Ecoboost. Any recommendations on other items would be great too!
So I’m wonder what is the best water pump to buy as a replacement? It looks like the OEM motorcraft pump only has one gasket/seal when I have heard some have two. One of the replacements from AC Delco has 2 seals but I rather stay with OEM, unless aftermarket is the only way to get the dual seal design. Anyone change a water pump and can confirm the latest part number and whether it had the improved design with 2 seals or not?
Final question is at 127k miles what other items should I plan on replacing if I intend on using the vehicle as long as possible? I know I’ve seen timing chain but should the secondary chains and sprockets be changed as well? I’m considering doing a valve cleaning as well since it is GDI and an Ecoboost. Any recommendations on other items would be great too!