Originally Posted by
kingtj
Thanks for asking!
I know people are saying the pump replacement is an easy DYI -- but given my situation, is that still the case? I mean, is this feasible to do with just a few select hand tools and outside in the cold?
I used a spare breather hose I had laying around to link between the two hoses. Air lock in the section kept the fluid in both stock hoses from moving around.
The DIY write-up on here is spot-on with the exception of a pesky fastener in the liner that's hidden way up inside the body. All it does it prevent the wheel liner from coming out completely, but you can easily just fold it out of the way. I also recommend you keep the stock hose clamps on there as they have a much more uniform pressure to seal up the completed install. -Would stink to have to tear it back down for a leaky worm gear clamp.
Adjustable pliers make easy work of the stock clamps.