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Old Jun 24, 2006 | 09:27 PM
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Anyone know what would be a good replacement L98 waterpump? The best brand?
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Old Jun 24, 2006 | 11:10 PM
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I saw edelbrock made one but I don't know about the overall quality of the product.
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Old Jun 24, 2006 | 11:24 PM
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I replaced mine recently with a NAPA brand new pump. Paid $66.00 for it. I could not see paying $200.00 for a Delco part. I have used NAPA parts before without any problems. What's the best, I would say anything that is new. Not rebuilt or remanufactured.
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Old Jun 24, 2006 | 11:27 PM
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I have had very good luck with NAPA parts... I have been recommending them over Delco...
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Old Jun 25, 2006 | 12:54 AM
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Bought a NAPA pump 4 days ago. I will be installing it tomorrow. It looks like a quality unit...
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Old Jun 25, 2006 | 12:58 AM
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I bought a Stewart water pump ($104 to my doorstep) because it pumps more coolant and my engine temp doesn't rise as much at stoplights in the summer.
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Old Jun 25, 2006 | 01:31 AM
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Stewart here
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FlowCooler. Just be sure your hoses are new and your clamps are tight.
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I bought a Stewart water pump ($104 to my doorstep) because it pumps more coolant and my engine temp doesn't rise as much at stoplights in the summer.
Excellent piece.
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FlowCooler. Just be sure your hoses are new and your clamps are tight.

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