About the only things that I know of that go bad on a water pump are the
bushing and the seal. If it isn't making noise or leaking, it's probably
okay.
Gordon Glasgow
Renton, WA
www.gordon-glasgow.org
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net
> [mailto:owner-datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net]On Behalf Of The Hoovers
> Sent: Saturday, March 15, 2003 11:52 AM
> To: Roadster Mailing List (E-mail)
> Subject: How to tell a water pump is working?
>
>
> Nothing about our '64 1600 is easy! We removed the old water
> pump. It came
> off easily, although the upper right bolt (the one directly underneath the
> head) was caked with what looked like mud.
>
> According to our research, the engine (from a '68) should have a
> newer pump,
> but the flange where the fan attaches to looks like an older one.
>
> Is there any way to tell if the old water pump is still working?
> There have
> been no leaks, and the fins inside turn freely when the shaft is turned.
>
> Thanks!
> Charlotte & Leonard Hoover
> Phoenix, AZ
> '64 SPL310 1500
> '64 SPL310 1600
> '73 240Z
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