hi people,
I have a 2004 BA Falcon wagon with a Barra NA motor.
It's getting old in the tooth now and keeping it on the road is key.
It's had the "usual" issues for a BA Falcon:
- radiator failed and let engine coolant into the auto (external auto box cooler and regular trans fluid changes seems to have avoided terminal trans issues)
High pressure power steering hose leaked fluid and destroyed the alternator - a new high pressure hose and a new alternator fixed this
I have a current issue with a fluid leak (I suspect the PS pump), which flogged out the serpentine belt - it stayed intact - just.
I've just replaced the serpentine belt, the idler pulley, and the tensioner pulley...which obviously won't fix a fluid leak.
I've ordered a new PS pump - I can't see any leaks on idle when the wheel is being turned, but the mess under the bonnet leads me to PS pump leakage.
I joined this site for tips on keeping the old girl on the road, with maintenance done by me where possible.
I thank you in advance for your input.
Cheers
Mike