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Old Jun 23, 2005 | 02:55 PM
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water pump problems

so yesterday i blew my water pump seal so last night i replaced it now today it is leak off the bottom part of the water pump, anyone have any ideas on what it could be?
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Old Jun 23, 2005 | 03:13 PM
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The pump housing mounts & seals to the engine with the same studs that mount the pump.
In the process of pulling the old pump, it's easy to seperate the back seal.
A leak there will run down the back of the housing & show at the bottom of the pump.

I use a thin coat of RTV sealant on gaskets.
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Old Jun 23, 2005 | 05:02 PM
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thank you that actually helps alot.
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