engine squeal

[transalpian]

Pump is installed and works great. I removed the tstat and used two generic flexible radiator hoses.

 

I ended up using a 4 rib belt as that was all I could find in 30" long.

 

Bottom line, no more belt squeal. Water temps hold 160-180 on a couple 10 minute mixed driving runs, including start-stop city driving.

 

The pump itself is a quality piece. Anodized aluminum and makes a cool turbine sound when spooling up. Honestly, its quieter than my fuel pump.

 

This project is a rare unqualified sucess for me!

[Klasik-69]

Pump is installed and works great. I removed the tstat and used two generic flexible radiator hoses.

 

I ended up using a 4 rib belt as that was all I could find in 30" long.

 

Bottom line, no more belt squeal. Water temps hold 160-180 on a couple 10 minute mixed driving runs, including start-stop city driving.

 

The pump itself is a quality piece. Anodized aluminum and makes a cool turbine sound when spooling up. Honestly, its quieter than my fuel pump.

 

This project is a rare unqualified sucess for me!

 

Great to hear. Did you notice any power gains from unleashing the mechanical water pump ?

[transalpian]

Good question. I really didn't drive it much prior to the project. Technically, I know more HP is getting to the wheels. Can I feel it? I'll say yes, just so I feel better.