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Old Jul 8, 2008 | 07:14 PM
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I just found a small coolant leak from the water pump of my 02Z. It doesn't look like its any of the hoses but I can't really tell. I am driving from Phoenix to South Texas (1k+miles)this weekend and I won't be able to take it to a shop untill I get to Texas. Has anyone had this problem? I'd appreciate any advice. Thanks.
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Old Jul 8, 2008 | 09:53 PM
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I had one and it ended up being a hose at the pump.
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Old Jul 12, 2008 | 12:28 AM
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I had same problem on mine ...it was leaking lower from the water pump..so what i did I took the pump off ...had to remove few things jut to get to the pump ..............cleaned .....Used the that red silicone i think it called Hi temp RV silicone or gasket maker...and put it back on ...and never had the problem since.....just my 5 cents ......good luck
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Old Jul 12, 2008 | 12:30 AM
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If you do get a new water pump go for a LS3 water pump. It's 3-4 lbs lighter than stock and less rotating mass...

I'm using one on a 416ci LS3 in my '02 Z06.
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