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Old 01-29-2007, 02:33 PM
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water pump

I think my water pump is leaking. I checked with cummins and a remanufactured one seems kind of expensive, but I want a good one. I was wondering if anyone knew of a less expensive alternative, or if it is better to just stay with the cummins part.
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Before you replace it, pull it off and see if its damaged. If not get the
o ring and reinstall. If it stops the leak it should be an easy fix.
Pulling the pump is as easy as it gets. 2 bolts and you'll see where the o ring is.
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I'm running a brand-new aftermarket one (OK, it's 2 years old now), it cost me around $50.
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+1 on the aftermarket.

I got mine at O Reilley or similar. No problems. I believe it was around 60 dollars.

Do the molded hoses and radiator hoses while you're doing the pump too. Shouldn't add more than 30-40 dollars to the ticket.
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I have found NO problems with the NAPA pump so far. In fact it looked more hightech than the OEM replacement. I put it in in March, I think? Can't remember for sure, but it isn't hard at all.
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