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Old Feb 28, 2012 | 10:27 PM
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I was just wondering what my options are here. The shaft itself looks fine, with minimal war on the seal surface, but the bearing makes a bit of noise. I have the part number and found it new on GM parts direct for about 140...

Are their any other options? I don't want to go EWP at this time, I have a brand new water pump going on the motor.

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Old Feb 28, 2012 | 11:14 PM
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Might want to try and find a good used one on the forums. Since tons of people convert to EWPs there's plenty to go around. $140 for a gear and bearing? I'll pass...

Out of curiosity, why not go EWP?
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Old Feb 29, 2012 | 12:17 AM
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With the complete rebuild of my 383, and all the other misc little crap the car needs, Its just not in the budget right now. I had a line on a Mezerie EWP for 120 bucks, brand new in the box, but the guy never called me back. I just said screw it at this point and will use the brand new mechanical pump I have
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Old Feb 29, 2012 | 02:54 PM
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I'll be taking mine out of the block soon because I'm converting to an EWP for my build.. I can take it out today if you want it.. Worked perfect, no noise.. Pictures if you want 'em... PM me if your interested.. I can let it go for pretty cheap..
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