Need Help with Water Pump Bolts/AC Bracket

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Dec 31, 2011 | 08:45 AM

everetteladner

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Need Help with Water Pump Bolts/AC Bracket

I have a 73 SB with AC. I took off the water pump and AC bracket for painting and I am having trouble with the bolts. There are four water pump bolts, three are similar size. However, one of the bolts is much longer than the other three. Not sure where the longer bolt should go. Is it for the AC bracket into the water pump? Can someone tell me where the longer water pump bolt should go? I have owned my Corvette for about four weeks, this forum has been a great help. My previous car was a 65 Mustang, sorry to say, do not miss it. Love my Stingray. I appreciate the help.

Lad in Mississippi

Dec 31, 2011 | 08:49 AM

noonie

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If you have the original a/c bracket, both passenger side bolts will be longer than the driver side, lower one being the longest.

Dec 31, 2011 | 09:18 AM

redwingvette

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From: Waterford Mi

Make sure you put sealant on the bolt threads. The holes are taped into the water channel. I use Permatex #2

Dec 31, 2011 | 03:38 PM

scottyp99

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From: Oxford MA-----You just lost the game!!!!

You should think about getting an AIM, they really come in handy for situations like this.

Scott

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