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06-01-2010, 03:53 PM
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Quick water pump question
Do i need to apply any kind of sealer before i hook it up to the engine? Or should i just keep it a dry seal?
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   '83 Caprice Classic LM1 (truck) 350 swap. about 200HP, 305 ft/lbs..for now. -- 65,000 original miles  --
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#2
06-01-2010, 08:08 PM
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Re: Quick water pump question
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on the water pumps mounting studs I use thread sealant...this on the threads will prevent thread rusting ...leaks etc...
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#3
06-02-2010, 11:18 PM
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Re: Quick water pump question
Thread sealant on the bolts is all you need, I just install the gaskets "dry". Never had problems in 25+ years.
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1988 9C1 - Modified LM1 @ 275HP/350TQ - TH700R4 - 3.08 8.5" Disc Rear - see it at http://www.silicon212.org/9c1! 2005 Crown Vic P71 - former AZ DPS - 4.6 liters of pure creamy slothness! 1967 El Camino L79/M20 old school asphalt raper Remember - a government that is strong enough to give you everything you need, is also strong enough to take everything you have.
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#4
06-03-2010, 03:46 PM
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Re: Quick water pump question
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In addition to that, I use weatherstrip adhesive to hold the gaskets in place, keeps them from moving when installing the pump.
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1989 Caprice Classic Wagon, Olds 307 ,SMI Q-Jet, 200R4 w/Shift kit, Flowmaster 50, Hotchkiss sway bars, KYB Shocks. Jet Chip, 1989 Mustang LX 5.0 5sp convertible 1992 Camry LE 2.2 1996 Suzuki RMX250 I'm a victim of circumstance [ 
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