Ford Clutch Pedal Fix, Bushing Eliminator 1987-1997 F150, F250, F350, F450, F550, Bronco

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  • čas přidán 14. 08. 2020
  • Lots of guys saying that this doesn't work. It clearly does. You just have to have discipline and do it correctly. You can't just cut off the end put on the heim joint, and expect it to work. You will likely run into problems with clearance and the joint will bottom out on the neutral safety switch.
    Hope this video helps you all out with the problem that afflicts so many of the OBS style Ford.
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Komentáře • 77

  • @07LUTE70
    @07LUTE70 Před 6 dny

    Thank you so much man for that trick with the pen sleeve to remove the old push rod. I watched about 50 videos asked mechanics all over and no one gave me straight answers as to how to get the push rod out. They said you don't remove it. I said if that's so how come they sell you the whole unit switch plus new push rod? I find people these days are knowlegeless and don't care about helping out their fellow man. I am 71 and have had a slew of cars and worked on all of them mainly because I didn't have money to repair them. So, I thank you so much man you're a true American and benevolent person. God bless you man. This is the best video on youtube bar none on this subject.

  • @zoroluva
    @zoroluva Před 2 lety +8

    My clutch is held together with zip ties right now 😂
    I'll be doing this tomorrow. Thanks for the video.

  • @johntempest267
    @johntempest267 Před 2 lety +7

    Freaking outstanding dude!
    Went through 4 nylon bushings, stranded in the worst times/places. Time to fix it for good.

  • @elconquistador364
    @elconquistador364 Před 3 lety +6

    Excellent video,my man. Concise,no b.s.,exactly whats needed for the home mechanic with no patience and busted knuckles.

  • @wire80op
    @wire80op Před 13 dny

    Great video. I'm subscribing because of the perfect camera work. Thanks for showing everything so well.

  • @danstandish8506
    @danstandish8506 Před 2 lety +9

    Great video, right to the point. The pen trick to remove the rod is what I needed. Thanks

    • @goldenboygq9
      @goldenboygq9 Před rokem +1

      when you install the rod again do you just push it back in and will it click back into place?

  • @davidcolfelt7734
    @davidcolfelt7734 Před 2 lety +5

    I've never seen anyone organize their wrenches by actual size, rather than one set of metric and one set of SAE. Interesting.
    Thanks for the video!

  • @jameslayne6424
    @jameslayne6424 Před 3 lety +3

    My 89 f150 has been towed to house and sitting for 2 months at least. I assumed I needed New throw out bearing and clutch. Because I can pump pedal with my hand quickly and build up just enough pressure to get in and out of gear to push it around the driveway. If I have to move it. I came across this video 2am in morning doing research on how to replace clutch and everything. I'm gonna check this first in the morning. Even if this is not a fix for me I really appreciate that you took the time to make this video. Very clear and to the point. Thank you much..

  • @user-ws2tg4op2u
    @user-ws2tg4op2u Před 5 měsíci +1

    Best video out there they should use this video as a link that comes with the part

  • @myfault05
    @myfault05 Před 3 lety +9

    Nice video. My truck is down right now because of this. Doing my research so I can do it myself.

  • @alecluetke5116
    @alecluetke5116 Před 2 lety +2

    Awesome vid. My 1997 f350 crew cab will grind reverse every time. I seen this video so I decided to look at that bushing and the previous owner had it wired up

  • @Sup3rSiz3M3
    @Sup3rSiz3M3 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Thanks for mentioning how to fix it bottoming out on the neutral safety switch

  • @bradrustan
    @bradrustan Před 2 lety +7

    Mine just snapped tonight 500 miles into a 1100 mile trip. Got it towed to a shop. Now I can tell them what it is maybe and get rolling in the morning.

  • @BrianKeithPREPPER
    @BrianKeithPREPPER Před rokem +2

    You did just fine with a "HOW TO" video man! You just helped me out! I'm having the same issue you was! I have a 1994 Ford F150 .302. My plastic clip BS keeps coming off, just again today, and I just replaced a new plastic piece from Oreily's. So.. I will have to do the same thing as you, maybe not with the same materials, but using a bolt and some other parts, now I know how it all comes apart! Thx :)

  • @Franko1942
    @Franko1942 Před rokem +1

    great job. never would have thought of the sleeve to remove clips

  • @StevenSurratt
    @StevenSurratt Před měsícem

    You did great hope to view many more helpful vids in the future

  • @FirstPremiumChannel
    @FirstPremiumChannel Před 16 dny

    Good clear video and narrative. Thank You

  • @chiliboom6140
    @chiliboom6140 Před rokem +2

    Thank you for this. Very informative!

  • @lawrenceveinotte
    @lawrenceveinotte Před 3 lety +3

    you did a good job on your video, i have had two trucks where the plastic clip broke, i just used a 3/8" heim joint and a 3/8" NF bolt and nut to fix it, i don't want the neutral safety switch, i like to be able to move my trucks with the starter if i need to, and over my 61 years i have done it countless times.

    • @GlassBone710
      @GlassBone710 Před rokem

      So basically you were using an electric truck before it was cool

  • @MrRostyle
    @MrRostyle Před rokem +1

    Great job...much appreciated. Thank you

  • @christophercain7343
    @christophercain7343 Před rokem +3

    Very stout looking repair, I’d imagine it’ll outlast the rest of the truck. Just happened to me, so I’m gonna have to go ahead and do the same thing

  • @thomasboyce1487
    @thomasboyce1487 Před rokem

    Great video bud. Thanks for doing the leg work.

  • @Fingermunch
    @Fingermunch Před 3 lety +5

    I love these videos. Takes my mind off this stupid virus 🦠

  • @h20cycle1
    @h20cycle1 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Clearly a solid permanent solution that should be implemented. Another that has served me is to cut the four nubs off of the plastic grommet, put it on reversed (slick side out), mark & drill a hole through the post holding the M/C shaft, and put a cotter pin through it. This assumes the post is not worn beyond your ability to drill a small hole. The shaft rides smoothly against the cotter pin due to the reversed plastic grommet.

  • @drunkingsailor2359
    @drunkingsailor2359 Před 10 měsíci

    Great tutorial on this issue details are great.

  • @mxriderwd
    @mxriderwd Před 2 lety

    Excellent video, thank you!

  • @Sideloader99
    @Sideloader99 Před 2 lety +5

    Hi, thanks for the info. What kind of BALL POINT PEN did you use for the removal of the push rod from the clutch cylinder? it looks like a bic pen. I need to change my whole pedal assembly and I thought I might do this fix while its apart.

  • @tylerking62
    @tylerking62 Před 6 měsíci

    Excellent video! Thanks

  • @mumbles552
    @mumbles552 Před 3 lety +2

    Good Fix! What size Allen bolt and Heim joint did you use? Gotta do this to my '96 F150 4X4.

  • @godwinwelding7172
    @godwinwelding7172 Před rokem +3

    Great video! I am currently broke down in my driveway truck torn apart and to the point I’m trying to get the swing arm off. Any advice on how to pull this part off ?

  • @ericsmith-sx8xi
    @ericsmith-sx8xi Před 3 měsíci

    Sweet information.

  • @owl1873
    @owl1873 Před 2 lety

    Great tip.

  • @jhonymanchame3626
    @jhonymanchame3626 Před rokem

    excelente video

  • @simplyme8753
    @simplyme8753 Před měsícem

    I had the same problem, like the video

  • @DavidMartinez-ig7yo
    @DavidMartinez-ig7yo Před 2 lety +2

    That's awsome but where to get and part #'s do help us out greatly. Please include.

  • @mikeriley8677
    @mikeriley8677 Před rokem +1

    So who has that rod end piece for sale?

  • @josuemontano9600
    @josuemontano9600 Před rokem

    Thanks good vídeo

  • @davidharris8861
    @davidharris8861 Před 2 lety

    Where can I get repair parts for my 1995 F150? I found the heim joint repair kit at Advance Auto Parts, from having the kit number, and manufacturers information I thought I got from one of your videos, that in the links gave contact info to where you purchase parts from. I just can't find the video of who had that list, or who posted it. With all the great content you post, I thought it was your channel.

  • @josephseifert6347
    @josephseifert6347 Před 3 lety +1

    Why is my master cylinder rod plastic and everyone else’s it seems are metal? Anyone know? Do I need to get an all metal one to do this fix?

  • @joe226825
    @joe226825 Před 2 lety +1

    My only comment would be that you should have put the Bolt in the other direction and the nut on the inside location.
    I would also have used a Nylock Nut ( No Need for Loctite and removable if necessary.

  • @edwinpadilla5504
    @edwinpadilla5504 Před 7 měsíci

    What size is the heim joint and the Allen bolt ??

  • @nestr2007
    @nestr2007 Před 2 lety

    How did you remove the swing arm?

  • @UNOSGALLOS
    @UNOSGALLOS Před rokem +1

    part?? location ? where do I purchase them? Where can I get the repair parts for my 1996 F150?

  • @armandocontreras3337
    @armandocontreras3337 Před 2 lety

    Hi...bro what do you find your tied fit ,i Need some one????

  • @davidmunoz7222
    @davidmunoz7222 Před 2 lety

    Mine the rod is made out of plastic and that’s what broke we’re did you get the medal one from?

  • @georgelasala6588
    @georgelasala6588 Před 3 lety

    jeff where can get 2
    good ider

  • @Oldrigpower1
    @Oldrigpower1 Před 2 lety

    Where do I get this kit at ?

  • @JoeyArispe
    @JoeyArispe Před 3 lety +4

    might have to do this to my '97 f250 HD. I barely made it home. Whats the part number of this heim joint?
    Thanks

  • @noneovyerbusiness4909
    @noneovyerbusiness4909 Před 2 lety +1

    How did you get the arm off of the shaft? I tried prying it off with a screwdriver after removing the nut and it wouldn't budge.

    • @truckstotractorsrepair
      @truckstotractorsrepair Před rokem

      Probably too late but they are a pain to get off, keep prying and try to take it off as even as possible. If it’s crooked you won’t get it off. I’ve had to pull a couple pedal assembly’s because of how stuck they get.

  • @cameron_9760
    @cameron_9760 Před rokem +1

    Where did you find that particular heim joint I have a similar issue and cannot find that one

    • @Deerhunter2770
      @Deerhunter2770 Před rokem

      I wonder if a Doorman bushing could be used to replace the worn out plastic one ?

  • @Sideloader99
    @Sideloader99 Před 2 lety

    Its possible that the nut and lock washer goes on the bracket side not on the heim side then you wouldn't need a flat washer.

  • @loganrussell5779
    @loganrussell5779 Před 2 lety +1

    Does the push rod just slide right back into place, or do you need the pen tube too reinstall it as well?

  • @justinrewerts1540
    @justinrewerts1540 Před 3 lety

    How do you get that swing arm off I’m having trouble

    • @Taydrum
      @Taydrum Před 2 lety +1

      same, all these videos have lots of room to work, Mine is behind the clutch bracket, with a permanent wiring harness in the way.

  • @sportster88
    @sportster88 Před 2 lety +1

    Why can't you just drill a hole through the shaft and put a cotter pin in it to keep the rod bushing from popping off?

    • @DesertJeff
      @DesertJeff  Před 2 lety +1

      The only thing that stopping you, is you. Go for it try it out and let everybody know how it works.

    • @sportster88
      @sportster88 Před 2 lety +3

      @@DesertJeff I discovered the clutch rod shaft on the clutch lever isn't hardened steel. I marked the shaft with a center punch and used my cordless drill to drill a hole through the shaft near the end of the shaft where the retaining groove was. I cut the 4 retaining fingers off of the new OEM nylon bushing I bought from my local Ford dealer for $1. A thin washer and a hitch pin clip is holding it on now. The hitch pin cost $.39 at Menards and I found the shim washer in my used washer collection. The worst part of the project was getting stabbed in the back by the seat adjuster lever while I was working under the dash. I should have covered it with some kind of padding.

  • @patriciareynolds2729
    @patriciareynolds2729 Před 3 lety

    the white bushing in swingarm wallows out too down into the metal! swingarm is pain to get out with brake petal on one side. i miked the bushing, ordered a collared copper bushing amazon and tightened bushing into the worn hole/bushing. maybe the copper will last, otherwise swingarm needs taken out and welded up & install new bushings! FORD-fix or repair daily--ha-ha

    • @Cjdanks448
      @Cjdanks448 Před 3 lety

      You know that's almost true with my 97 ,Ford's have more power and stout, but any miss and it requires you to fix it.

  • @leslie.lburtch4421
    @leslie.lburtch4421 Před 2 lety

    My truck is down same reason

  • @carsonholtorf8233
    @carsonholtorf8233 Před 3 lety

    Where is this located in the truck?

  • @jaycewilliams7607
    @jaycewilliams7607 Před 3 lety

    Question, after you took the clutch push rod out did it cause the master cylinder to leak? If not does that mean I can just take it out with your trick no worries?

  • @gilchevy
    @gilchevy Před rokem

    better then factory

  • @jairoorellana2087
    @jairoorellana2087 Před 3 lety

    I did this mod and both master and slave clutch cylinders got shot how do I know if d push rod is long?

    • @DesertJeff
      @DesertJeff  Před 3 lety

      if it bottoms out, reclock the lever that is held on with th 19mm bolt

  • @whatsupshittafabraans1926
    @whatsupshittafabraans1926 Před 11 měsíci

    It’s not the problem, it’s the failure- dude

  • @randywhite2335
    @randywhite2335 Před 8 měsíci

    My 86 f150 has no plastic bushing. Does have a cotter type pin to hold linkage on.