1972 454 auto
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1972 454 auto
"Does anyone have any recomendations on some parts that I need for my car.
I dont plan on racing the car, keeping it stock, but woulnt mind better performance.
1) water pumps,
there are so many brands, rebuilts, oem does anyone have a rec on a water pump i have looked at emp stweart ,elgin ...
2) I have to pull out my radiator, it leaks, do I have it poressured tested and fixed if its under $200.00 and if its more should i purchase another copper brass or go aluminium
3) what corvette sites are the best for getting other items, windshield wiper motor, master cyclinder
thanks in advance"
I dont plan on racing the car, keeping it stock, but woulnt mind better performance.
1) water pumps,
there are so many brands, rebuilts, oem does anyone have a rec on a water pump i have looked at emp stweart ,elgin ...
2) I have to pull out my radiator, it leaks, do I have it poressured tested and fixed if its under $200.00 and if its more should i purchase another copper brass or go aluminium
3) what corvette sites are the best for getting other items, windshield wiper motor, master cyclinder
thanks in advance"
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Is your water pump original to your car? If so then have it rebuilt. If the pump is not original I would just get an original style pump a local parts store. Unless your producing some major horsepower and heat I don't see the need for anything fancy. With the exception of a hydraulic roller camshaft my '72 454 is all stock and the original pump cools the engine just fine.
I had my original radiator "re-cored" several years ago with an aluminum core. So far so good and I do believe the cost was less than $200. Having your radiator re-cored may depend on how good the radiator services are in your area. The local guy around here is quite good so I let him re-core it. The cost of a replacement radiator may be dictated by how much money you'd like to spend. Those things are pricey!
I would get my master cylinder locally if I were you. As for the windshield wiper motor, I'm afraid I don't have a recommendation because I've never had to fool with mine. I'd try the local parts stores first. If I didn't have any luck there, then I'd try one of the contributing sponsors that advertise here. I get 99% of all my parts from Volunteer Vette Products.
Good luck.
I had my original radiator "re-cored" several years ago with an aluminum core. So far so good and I do believe the cost was less than $200. Having your radiator re-cored may depend on how good the radiator services are in your area. The local guy around here is quite good so I let him re-core it. The cost of a replacement radiator may be dictated by how much money you'd like to spend. Those things are pricey!
I would get my master cylinder locally if I were you. As for the windshield wiper motor, I'm afraid I don't have a recommendation because I've never had to fool with mine. I'd try the local parts stores first. If I didn't have any luck there, then I'd try one of the contributing sponsors that advertise here. I get 99% of all my parts from Volunteer Vette Products.
Good luck.
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...I have to pull out my radiator, it leaks, do I have it poressured tested and fixed if its under $200.00...
...should i purchase another copper brass or go aluminium...
...what corvette sites are the best for getting other items, windshield wiper motor, master cyclinder...
Team Owner
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From: Westminster Maryland
Hi ma,
Some of the vendors that consistently get good reviews from customers in posts here are:
Zip Products
Paragon Corvette Reproductions
Corvette Central
Willcox
Give them a try!
Regards,
Alan
Some of the vendors that consistently get good reviews from customers in posts here are:
Zip Products
Paragon Corvette Reproductions
Corvette Central
Willcox
Give them a try!
Regards,
Alan
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Thanks for the info
I just purchased the car, I have not taken out the water pump yet. I am not sure if it is original or not.I guess I will google to find out how I can tell.
I saw some oriiginal style pumps,some from NAPA that say they are reconditioned,Water Pump - Remfd
Product Line: Remanufactured Water Pump
Comments: w/ 5/8" Shaft;w/ Casting # 3992077;w/ Standard Pump;Cast Iron Housing
Per Car Qty.: 1 and one from Ecklers say new 20.00 more, manufacuted by Ac/Delco
[I]Corvette Water Pump, With 3/4" Shaft, Big Block, ACDelco, 1971-1974
Stock Replacement
This stock replacement water pump is manufactured by GM or by one of its authorized suppliers for use as a factory replacement part. You will find the fit, finish and function meets all GM specifications.
Thank you for the tip on the radiator, I have a local radiator repair shop, I have not taken it to him yet, but I belive he said it would be 3-4 to get it recored.
I could get a new one from corvette specialties for 379.00 Problem is I dont know who makes it and if it came from china!!!
Thanks again for your help I found the master cyclinder for 50% less on NAPA
I saw some oriiginal style pumps,some from NAPA that say they are reconditioned,Water Pump - Remfd
Product Line: Remanufactured Water Pump
Comments: w/ 5/8" Shaft;w/ Casting # 3992077;w/ Standard Pump;Cast Iron Housing
Per Car Qty.: 1 and one from Ecklers say new 20.00 more, manufacuted by Ac/Delco
[I]Corvette Water Pump, With 3/4" Shaft, Big Block, ACDelco, 1971-1974
Stock Replacement
This stock replacement water pump is manufactured by GM or by one of its authorized suppliers for use as a factory replacement part. You will find the fit, finish and function meets all GM specifications.
Thank you for the tip on the radiator, I have a local radiator repair shop, I have not taken it to him yet, but I belive he said it would be 3-4 to get it recored.
I could get a new one from corvette specialties for 379.00 Problem is I dont know who makes it and if it came from china!!!
Thanks again for your help I found the master cyclinder for 50% less on NAPA
Is your water pump original to your car? If so then have it rebuilt. If the pump is not original I would just get an original style pump a local parts store. Unless your producing some major horsepower and heat I don't see the need for anything fancy. With the exception of a hydraulic roller camshaft my '72 454 is all stock and the original pump cools the engine just fine.
I had my original radiator "re-cored" several years ago with an aluminum core. So far so good and I do believe the cost was less than $200. Having your radiator re-cored may depend on how good the radiator services are in your area. The local guy around here is quite good so I let him re-core it. The cost of a replacement radiator may be dictated by how much money you'd like to spend. Those things are pricey!
I would get my master cylinder locally if I were you. As for the windshield wiper motor, I'm afraid I don't have a recommendation because I've never had to fool with mine. I'd try the local parts stores first. If I didn't have any luck there, then I'd try one of the contributing sponsors that advertise here. I get 99% of all my parts from Volunteer Vette Products.
Good luck.
I had my original radiator "re-cored" several years ago with an aluminum core. So far so good and I do believe the cost was less than $200. Having your radiator re-cored may depend on how good the radiator services are in your area. The local guy around here is quite good so I let him re-core it. The cost of a replacement radiator may be dictated by how much money you'd like to spend. Those things are pricey!
I would get my master cylinder locally if I were you. As for the windshield wiper motor, I'm afraid I don't have a recommendation because I've never had to fool with mine. I'd try the local parts stores first. If I didn't have any luck there, then I'd try one of the contributing sponsors that advertise here. I get 99% of all my parts from Volunteer Vette Products.
Good luck.
