what is the best way to make sure new water pump dont leak?

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Old 11-04-2008, 08:38 PM
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Default what is the best way to make sure new water pump dont leak?

The TOP rubber Grommet is my main concern, any tricks?

I plan to use some liquid gasket on there lightly to insure no leaks from the TOP Gasket "Grommet'
 
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Old 11-04-2008, 08:57 PM
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The o-ring sits really tight.
I always use a very small amount of silicon sealer in the water pump before installing the o-ring(Seal) then a slight bit on the seal. I only use it to help slide the water pump in and move it to get the bolts in.
 
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Old 11-05-2008, 05:55 AM
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Actually the top ring rubber gasket almost never leaks. I put a little vaseline to help it up. I'd recommend you gently pry the water pump up with a large screwdriver to get the bolts to go in once the pump is on the studs and the nuts are hand tight-makes it easier.
 
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I use a small screwdriver in one of the bolt holes to move it around and get the screws started.
 
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Thank guy's...

The Pump & Timing Belt should be here today .
 
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