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Old Feb 20, 2011 | 03:43 PM
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i have a 1998 camaro 3.8l what is the name of the part that is connected to the hoses for the radiator when i get around 3500 rpms it starts spilling everywhere i need help fast
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Old Feb 20, 2011 | 05:28 PM
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Originally Posted by brians4thgenmaro
i have a 1998 camaro 3.8l what is the name of the part that is connected to the hoses for the radiator when i get around 3500 rpms it starts spilling everywhere i need help fast
Hose clamps.....

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Old Feb 20, 2011 | 06:23 PM
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it the from engine plateif thats what u call it
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Old Feb 20, 2011 | 06:29 PM
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Originally Posted by brians4thgenmaro
it the from engine plateif thats what u call it
what?

The upper hose connects to the top of the water pump and a clamp holds it on.

The lower hose connects to the thermostat housing and a clamp holds that on. The t-stat housing is then bolted to the water pump.

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Old Feb 20, 2011 | 07:11 PM
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i found out whats its called it the timing cover gasket that is leaking thats what im hoping i dont want to replace the timing cover
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Old Feb 20, 2011 | 08:57 PM
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yup, on 6 cylinder cars, that is a very common leak. They are setup just like an old ford. I just did this repair the other day at the shop.
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Old Feb 20, 2011 | 10:05 PM
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Originally Posted by brians4thgenmaro
i found out whats its called it the timing cover gasket that is leaking thats what im hoping i dont want to replace the timing cover
You have coolant leaking from the timing chain cover........thats a first.

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Old Feb 20, 2011 | 10:23 PM
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It's called the water pump and make an effort to write proper english so we can understand you. This isn't first grade dude.
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Old Feb 20, 2011 | 10:33 PM
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It's called the water pump and make an effort to write proper english so we can understand you. This isn't first grade dude.
lol yea, I thought I made it clear to him in post #4........

I thought after "BRUTL's" post there was something I didn't know about the V6's...so I didn't post anymore.

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Old Feb 20, 2011 | 10:50 PM
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He asked:
what is the name of the part that is connected to the hoses for the radiator
Well the hose doesn't connect to the timing cover, it connects to the water pump.

Here's what the GM service manual says:

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I believe your problems are a whole lot bigger than a timing cover Dude !

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3.8L Engine

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Drain the cooling system into a suitable container.
3. Remove the serpentine belt.
4. Disconnect the radiator inlet hose from the water pump.
5. Unfasten the water pump pulley bolts/screws and remove the pulley.
6. Remove the water pump pulley retaining bolts, then remove the pump from the vehicle.
7. Remove and discard the gasket and thoroughly clean the gasket mating surfaces


To install:

1. Position a new water pump gasket, then install the pump. Secure using the water pump retaining bolts/screws and tighten to 11 ft. lbs. (15 Nm), plus an additional 80 degree rotation.
2. Install the water pump pulley and retaining bolts. Tighten to 115 inch lbs. (13 Nm).
3. Install the serpentine drive belt.
4. Connect the radiator inlet hose to the water pump.
5. Connect the negative battery cable.
6. Fill the cooling system. Start the engine and check for leaks.

http://www.fixya.com/cars/t5207944-s...ater_pump_1995
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Old Feb 21, 2011 | 04:23 AM
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thats the wrong engine repair.i do not want to replace 2. I only want to replace 3
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