[WATER PUMP] Coupla quick (stupid) questions
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[WATER PUMP] Coupla quick (stupid) questions
Hi All,
I ordered a new Stewart water pump for my '74, and I'm now wondering if the gaskets will come with the pump. And what about the studs for the fan? And the fitting for the heater hose, and the plug that goes on the top? My guess is that it comes with the gaskets only, but I'm not sure. Just wanted to gather all the parts before I get started.... :)
Thanks in advance!
-Pedro
[Modified by Pedro'74, 10:23 PM 11/21/2001]
I ordered a new Stewart water pump for my '74, and I'm now wondering if the gaskets will come with the pump. And what about the studs for the fan? And the fitting for the heater hose, and the plug that goes on the top? My guess is that it comes with the gaskets only, but I'm not sure. Just wanted to gather all the parts before I get started.... :)
Thanks in advance!
-Pedro
[Modified by Pedro'74, 10:23 PM 11/21/2001]
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Re: [WATER PUMP] Coupla quick (stupid) questions (Pedro'74)
Most pumps come with the gaskets, but not the plug, hose fitting or studs. You'll need to swap those out from your old pump.
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Re: [WATER PUMP] Coupla quick (70L46)
Thanks guys! I don't think I'll be able to remove those studs, so I better order them now. May as well order a new fitting and plug too...
Thanks again!
-Pedro
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Thanks again!
-Pedro
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Re: [WATER PUMP] Coupla quick (Pedro'74)
Pedro - you can remove the studs by putting two nuts on them, and then turning just the innermost nut with your wrench. It will tighten up against the outer nut, and the stud will come right out. You can reinstall in the same fashion.
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Re: [WATER PUMP] Coupla quick (70L46)
Bill,
Thanks for the tip! Learning new things everyday... :)
I'll give it a try! After all, it doesn't really matter if I place an order today, tomorrow, or on Friday for that matter....
Thanks again!
-Pedro
Thanks for the tip! Learning new things everyday... :)
I'll give it a try! After all, it doesn't really matter if I place an order today, tomorrow, or on Friday for that matter....
Thanks again!
-Pedro
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Re: [WATER PUMP] Coupla quick (Pedro'74)
Pedro, don't forget you'll need to paint the pump too! :lol: While your at it, you may as well paint the pulley and change the thermostat.
Len
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Re: [WATER PUMP] Coupla quick (1970 Stingray)
Thanks Len! I've already ordered some cans of VHT paint (can't find it locally..), and the pulley and and fan are already being prepared to be painted. I'll also paint the front of the engine. I won't bother replacing the thermostat, though, since it's brand new.
Thanks again, and happy turkey day!
-Pedro
Thanks again, and happy turkey day!
-Pedro
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Re: [WATER PUMP] Coupla quick (Pedro'74)
Take the various fittings off the old water pump , :smash: before you take the old pump off :) at least it was easyer for me ......to do it that way, as you only have so many hands & the block holds the pump rigid ......... :chevy :flag :chevy
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Re: [WATER PUMP] Coupla quick (StrayDog)
Good luck with your Stewart water pump. The Stewart Stage II pump I put on my '74 blew out the gasket three times. I installed a Edelbrock Victor and haven't had any problems.
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Re: [WATER PUMP] Coupla quick (70L46)
Pedro - you can remove the studs by putting two nuts on them, and then turning just the innermost nut with your wrench. It will tighten up against the outer nut, and the stud will come right out. You can reinstall in the same fashion.
Paul
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Re: [WATER PUMP] Coupla quick (UKPaul)
StrayDog and Paul: thanks a lot for the tips! I haven't pulled the studs yet, or the pump for that matter, and it'll have to wait till Monday, since tomorrow I'm going to NY.
Steve: unfortunately I'm on a tight budget--otherwise I'd love to get the ultimate pump for my car. Seems that many forum members had good luck with the Stewart pumps, and the price is right....
-Pedro
[Modified by Pedro'74, 6:47 PM 11/22/2001]
Steve: unfortunately I'm on a tight budget--otherwise I'd love to get the ultimate pump for my car. Seems that many forum members had good luck with the Stewart pumps, and the price is right....
-Pedro
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Re: [WATER PUMP] Coupla quick (Pedro'74)
Speaking of water pumps...has anyone tried an electric pump?
This summer when my A/C belt broke (one week old Kelly Springfield rubber band junk!) it took out the two other belts. Not too far from my house so I turned around and headed back home. When I hit the gas for a normal take off I left a trail of rubber. The car had power like it's never had before.
That pump and fan must take up gobs of HP.
Summit has quite a few different electric water pumps. Just wondering how reliable they are?
George
This summer when my A/C belt broke (one week old Kelly Springfield rubber band junk!) it took out the two other belts. Not too far from my house so I turned around and headed back home. When I hit the gas for a normal take off I left a trail of rubber. The car had power like it's never had before.
That pump and fan must take up gobs of HP.
Summit has quite a few different electric water pumps. Just wondering how reliable they are?
George