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Offline Tazman

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Which water pump
« on: April 09, 2014, 01:06:53 pm »
I will be replacing my water pump in a week or two and considering going with OEM as to an auto parts store. Has anyone had bad luck going with OEM on these?

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Re: Which water pump
« Reply #1 on: April 09, 2014, 08:44:36 pm »
Where are you getting OEM?  I have had no problems with aftermarket.
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Offline sbx22

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Re: Which water pump
« Reply #2 on: April 09, 2014, 10:14:52 pm »
IMO I would just go with aftermarket. I wouldn't know where to get oem either, usually aftermarket is less expensive.
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Offline 75gmck25

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Re: Which water pump
« Reply #3 on: April 10, 2014, 05:32:15 am »
Stock aftermarket pumps seem to work fine.  Many stores can also still get a Delco part if you want it, but it will cost a little more.  Also take a look online at the parts list at www.rockauto.com, which has a very good display of the alternatives for your vehicle.

If you go aftermarket you might want to try a Stewart Components Stage 1 high flow pump.  In the standard cast version its not much more than any other aftermarket pump, and will have a better impeller that provides a high flow rate.

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Offline Tazman

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Re: Which water pump
« Reply #4 on: April 10, 2014, 10:29:01 pm »
I am planning on going through NAPA,I can get an OEM for 94 bucks.

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