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Old Jun 11, 2006 | 09:52 PM
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is it worth any hp to install an electric water pump and how do you then run the alternator and PS?
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Old Jun 11, 2006 | 10:20 PM
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do a search, there was a big debate on this topic not too long ago. In my opinion its not worth the money.. the HP gains will be negligable... nothing you'll feel in the seat of your pants.

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Old Jun 11, 2006 | 10:25 PM
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it would be ok if you were a drag race on the strip only car but other than that, not worth your time or $$
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Old Jun 11, 2006 | 10:44 PM
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Also have limited lifespan, most are drag rated because of this.
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Also have limited lifespan, most are drag rated because of this.
Some do, but I have a friend with a supercharged LT1 that has had one for 50k miles now.
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