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Old Sep 28, 2010 | 06:13 PM
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Line had blown car only had water had no problems. Added coolant and 3 days later my water pump started to week from behind pully.. what happened.
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Old Sep 28, 2010 | 07:06 PM
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sometimes things just happen. whats your mileage?
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120 k . thinkin bout going with a used one from here somewhere.
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I would never take a chance on a used water pump-that piece is just far too important...
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i would never take a chance on a used water pump-that piece is just far too important...
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i spent 230$ on a new after market WARRANTIED water pump and its been one of the best investments in my car.. keeps it cool even when im really getting on it alot! and hits 210 ONLY when im stuck in traffic for about 30 min!
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i spent 230$ on a new after market WARRANTIED water pump and its been one of the best investments in my car.. keeps it cool even when im really getting on it alot! and hits 210 ONLY when im stuck in traffic for about 30 min!

What brand did you go with? Is it an Edelbrock or Evans?
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Are the aftermarket pump really that much better??
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im not really sure what brand it is. and to be honest idk if their that much better man..
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Sounds like you knocked some gunk loose and created a leak.. Buy a new one.. Used is too much of a risk.
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Got a new one in box for 120. Yesterday took everyone's word and didn't get used. Thanks everyone.
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