Water pump replacement?
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Le Mans Master
Joined: Apr 2000
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From: Houston,Tx. USA
Water pump replacement?
Just picked up a "new to me" C3; It has a few problems which hope to get all your help fixing.
the water pump has a cracked housing and simply pours coolant;
any words of wisdom on the project and any recommended particular brand, other tips, etc. I have ramps if needed. Looks like not too hard of a project.
Thanks in advance.
the water pump has a cracked housing and simply pours coolant;
any words of wisdom on the project and any recommended particular brand, other tips, etc. I have ramps if needed. Looks like not too hard of a project.
Thanks in advance.
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You'll have varying opinions here on this one from AutoZone to A/C Delco. I don't mind spending the money on my C3s and I just go get a "brand new" A/C Delco pump for about $100, then I never have to worry about replacing it again.
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I went with an aluminum pump. Its quite a bit lighter than the original cast pump. Also corvettes have a special pump with a shorter shaft I believe, just make sure its the correct one.
There are alot of "while Im at it" projects if your going to be taking the front accessories off too. When I replaced my pump I got new upper and lower hoses and took the radiator to a shop that cleaned and repaired it for 70 bux. I also did the heater core and hoses and thermostat. Should be good for a while!
Also when I re-attached the water pump to the block I used some thread sealant for the bolts as they do enter the water jacket. I had no leaks.
There are alot of "while Im at it" projects if your going to be taking the front accessories off too. When I replaced my pump I got new upper and lower hoses and took the radiator to a shop that cleaned and repaired it for 70 bux. I also did the heater core and hoses and thermostat. Should be good for a while!
Also when I re-attached the water pump to the block I used some thread sealant for the bolts as they do enter the water jacket. I had no leaks.
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Le Mans Master
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On the subject of radiators....this one looks like it's been around the block......I know this question will get a lot of different responses also, but where is the best place to buy one (Eklers, Mid-america, ???).
I'm sorta on a budget with this car.
I'm sorta on a budget with this car.
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Originally Posted by Paul Borowski
You'll have varying opinions ......
If you use discount parts. Make sure they are exactly right before installing.
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Originally Posted by Chopper Larry
On the subject of radiators....this one looks like it's been around the block......I know this question will get a lot of different responses also, but where is the best place to buy one (Eklers, Mid-america, ???).
I'm sorta on a budget with this car.
I'm sorta on a budget with this car.
