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Re: Riddle me this, automotive dudes.
08/24/11 07:16 AM
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> That is pretty good, but I still think Chrysler can top the charts for belt stupidity
> as well. Intrepid (3.3L or 3.5L...can't remember which) Had the timing ~BELT~
> enclosed in a metal housing with the water pump...on an interference motor. The water
> pump was also very prone to failure. Pump fails...belt slips...piston meets
> valve....~ping~. New motor needed because your water pump failed.
My sister bought a PT Cruiser for her daughter. The water pump started leaking. I'm not sure but if it really was the pump but she was told it needed replaced. About $1000 later the pump and belts (I think timing and serpentine) were replaced.
I drive a Chevy Cavalier. The water pump is not blocked by anything. An AC-Delco or Gates water pump is under $25. To replace it you just have to remove the serpentine belt and 4 bolts for the pulley and 4 bolts for the pump. Knock on wood, but it is still original @ 231000 miles. This has been a great car except the fucking dash cracking all to hell. I think GM must have used recycled-recycled plastic or something.
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