IRS Center Section Vent

[John Ibele]

Well, shucks.

I now have a buttoned up center section, and a buttoned up rear end suspension, and...

I realize that I've been going on the assumption that the vent in the pumpkin, which I got from salvage and rebuilt with new gears and diff, was in working order. I have absolutely no background or information that would tell me that's a good assumption, however. So once I realized that last night it got firmly on my worry list.

Here it is:



Is it likely okay as is? If not, can I replace it without (yikes) removing the pumpkin? How would I replace it?

Cheers,

-- John

[Railroad]

Looks like the barb is broken off. If the hole is clear, you are vented, good!, if you do purge some lube, it might not be contained by a vent line, bad. Most of the later model vent connectors are plastic, as yours looks, and you should be able to pry it out and replace. You might want to verify, that it is not threaded, by looking up a part number. Good luck,

[mike223]

Is it likely okay as is? If not, can I replace it without (yikes) removing the pumpkin? How would I replace it?

It won't be okay as is - it will weep gear oil every time you drive it.

The good news is it is a straight plastic piece (no threads) which should be relatively easy to remove + replace - pry it out with a pair of dikes.


Finding a replacement may be difficult - nothing shows up in a quick ebay search.

[weendoggy]

Well, shucks.

I now have a buttoned up center section, and a buttoned up rear end suspension, and...

I realize that I've been going on the assumption that the vent in the pumpkin, which I got from salvage and rebuilt with new gears and diff, was in working order. I have absolutely no background or information that would tell me that's a good assumption, however. So once I realized that last night it got firmly on my worry list.

Here it is:



Is it likely okay as is? If not, can I replace it without (yikes) removing the pumpkin? How would I replace it?

Cheers,

-- John

That vent is pressed in and you might be able to get it out without removing the pumpkin. Try an easy ou or screw extractor. You can buy a universal type with the same diameter or you can tap with 1/8" NPT and use a threaded one. I wouldn't run it in that condition.

[1932]

I used the mustang vent from ford.

[Joecobr]

Mine was broken off like that when I purchased my pumpkin as well. Mine is from a 98 Lincoln. I was able to order a new one and the old remnant came out pretty easily but I did it before installing the pumpkin. I suggest getting the new one before attempting to pull the old piece so that you know what it looks like.

[John Ibele]

Thanks, gang. At least I know what I'm up against. I'll swing by NAPA and see what they have for a universal replacement if they can't find the actual Ford part #.

[JNC]

Some folks have JB welded a short length of brake line in there with success.

[dhuff]

I believe the part number for that piece is 2L1Z-4022-BA

[Bob Cowan]

Some folks have JB welded a short length of brake line in there with success.

That' what I did. Be careful, because it's a straight shot unto the differential. You could easily drop a piece of 3/16" tubing right into the bottom of the pumpkin. Cut a 2" piece of tubing, and then connect a piece of vent hose to that with a hose clamp, covering up about 1" of the tubing. Coat the other end of the tubing with your favorite epoxy, and drop it into the hole. If you did it right, tomorrow it will be rock solid. Run the other end of your hose to your favorite vent.

I believe the part number for that piece is 2L1Z-4022-BA

No longer available from Ford, according to my local Ford dealer.

[mikeinatlanta]

I used a simple plastic hose barbed splice. Ran a rubber hose to a hard mounted mini screen filter. The advantage of the filter (if vertical) is that it also acts as an oil separator and will drain any spew back into the pumpkin.

[dhuff]

That' what I did. Be careful, because it's a straight shot unto the differential. You could easily drop a piece of 3/16" tubing right into the bottom of the pumpkin. Cut a 2" piece of tubing, and then connect a piece of vent hose to that with a hose clamp, covering up about 1" of the tubing. Coat the other end of the tubing with your favorite epoxy, and drop it into the hole. If you did it right, tomorrow it will be rock solid. Run the other end of your hose to your favorite vent.



No longer available from Ford, according to my local Ford dealer.

If you do a google search for that part number a lot of purchase options come up, such as https://www.silverstatefordparts.com...PWxheWVyXzg%3D.

[EZ$]

Mine looked exactly the same when I received it. I believe I used an ez out to remove the broken piece. It was already mounted, but accessible from above. I purchased the vent from the local Ford dealer. Had to be special ordered, but from what I remember it didn't take more than a couple of days. The part # that I have is E9SZ*4022*A. It was for a '91 T-Bird. Hope this helps.
Rick

[mike223]

The part # that I have is E9SZ*4022*A. It was for a '91 T-Bird. Hope this helps.

A quick google search shows that is exactly the part and they are currently available on ebay.


I never could find a good image on the other part number(s).


Image of part in Ford Packaging: http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/...erence.438495/


Ebay search: https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_fro...Z4022A&_sop=15

[John Ibele]

Thanks, everyone. Turns out Mike Forte had the part in stock and it shipped yesterday, so I should be set in terms of a replacement part.

For the broken off old part, I'll try an ez out or a screw since there are no threads on the plug. Or worst case epoxy a nail in the hole and pull it out that way. Yup, taking care not to get anything down the hole...

If it works, I get the old part out without taking the cover off, which I'll do if I need to. But, I can think of more fun things to do on the car

Speaking of which, got the dual reservoirs on order from Mike as long as I was on the phone with him, and picked up some JB Weld and some 5/8" square rod to do the frame mod for the clutch / pedal box, which is next on the list. Fun stuff!

[edwardb]

Glad you were able to find the part you needed. FYI, 2L1Z-4022-BA is the metal vent tube fitting used on the newer 2015+ Mustang IRS center section. They're widely available. Just bought one a few weeks ago. But wouldn't have worked on your diff.

[John Ibele]

Just confirming, Rick's advice was spot on ... 30 seconds with an EZ Out backed on the broken part, the remains of which look like this:

Ford Part E9SZ 4022 A

That's a good visible match to his part E9SZ 4022 A; lots of links online but this one has a good photo:

https://www.tascaparts.com/oem-parts...tube-e9sz4022a

Thanks, everyone!