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I have 37K on my SVT and am thinking of doing some preventive work on the cooling system at 40K. Thinking of having a new waterpump (metal),thermostat, and coolant flush done. Good idea?? If so where can I get a waterpump with a metal blades instead of the plasic crap Ford loves to put in. Should I go to a dealer for this type of work?? Thanks
--Bret
1998 EO SVT
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Autozone sells the pump with the metal impeller, if you do a search, I know someone listed the part number.
I'm doing the exact same work, although my WP is already gone, so the car is just sitting in my garage. I wish I had done it ahead of time!
If you look throught the how-to and all the previous posts, you'll see that the work is really straightforward.
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I bought my metal impeller pump from Murray's. I can't recall the name of the company, but if you're interested, I can check my records over the weekend. Send me an email at barrywolf@mac.com if you're interested.
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Barry Wolf
1996 Contour SE MTX Midnight Red, Parchment leather
Brakes: Bendix OEM size discs, Carbon Metallic Pads, Parking Brake TSB kit
Engine: New IAC valve, new EGR valve, new cat, new water pump, moose fix kit, K&N drop in filter
Tranny: Redline ATF + Ford Friction modifier
Interior: Pioneer CD receiver, Pioneer speakers, Ford RS shift knob, Ford vinyl floor mats (great purchase!)
Handling: E1 SVT Rims, Yoko AVS-I 205/55ZR16 (like butter) meats
Other: High beam bulbs in low beam position, new trunk vent
Other problems: leaky PS pump - fixed with 2 oz stop leak, 1 quart oil use per 2K miles
Mileage: 62K (August 2002)
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--Bret
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I just took apart my waterpump this weekend and lo and behold, the impeller was in three pieces. The how-to directions were great, no problems taking everything apart. You should do fine.
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for you folks who have done the AutoZone pump, I have a question for you. I haven't had to do a w/p in about16 years. Do you still goo up the gasket with Permatex, if so any particular type? I don't remember seeing that mentioned in the Haynes manual.
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T.
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Originally posted by sheltot:
for you folks who have done the AutoZone pump, I have a question for you. I haven't had to do a w/p in about16 years. Do you still goo up the gasket with Permatex, if so any particular type? I don't remember seeing that mentioned in the Haynes manual.
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T. I would have to say NO! DO NOT "goo up the gasket"! When I changed my H2O pump I did use just a very thin layer on the sealing surface of the pump, but just enough to hold the gasket in place. I have had no sealing problems.
GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!
Ted
tdavidk76@hotmail.com
'95 SE • DOB-4/20/95 • every option • Champagne • Duratec • MTX.
Mods: Taylor wires • Bosch +4 • Eibach/Sachs Super Gas (half done) • rear BAT urethane bushings • SVT air box (thanx Dom!) • fogs w/parks • 885 50w fog bulbs • Ray's THF • rear dome • lighted moonroof switch(thanx again Dom!) • tranny cocktail • minor stereo mods.
Yet to install: Front Eibach/Sachs • Front BAT urethane swaybar bushings.
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Permatex is NOT required nor recommended. When replacing the WP make sure you purchase a new seal.
Richard
2001 Honda Civic LX
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I just lost my waterpump on Friday. I probably should have done the same thing, change it earlier on as a preventative maintenance measure. In any event, it's costing me $500 to replace it at the dealer. I've never changed a waterpump before but is it as easy as everyone says it is???
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Curtis
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Nothing is real easy the first time! The second time takes half the time and after that your an expert! Not that I have changed or needed to change water pump yet, but any questions and a haynes manual and your off! I am not sure how well the haynes manual covers water pumps as I have not looked at it yet, but its pretty good to have! You can purchase one at hardware and other parts stores! There should also be a procedure in the FAQ!
2001 Cavalier
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per tank of same size
Pioneer 12 CD Changer
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GS Sport
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