My friend says he is 98% sure that I have a short pump. Does anybody have any input on this matter? Thanks

 

Pretty sure its long and if you have a serp belt the impeller turns backwards if it has a smooth pulley.

 

thanks for the quick reply. anybody else?

 

Ive heard if you can stick your hand behind it, its a long pump. If not, its short.

 

Well, the reason I'm asking is I'm about to buy a 408 ci longblock from T@L Engine Development. I want to add a few upgrades such as a flexplate, plug wires, and a aluminum waterpump. My buddy was telling me that I had a short style water pump because I have electric fans and the earlier 3rd gens had the long pump to accomodate the mechanical fan setup. I'm a little confused here.

 

And they say the economy is bad nice setup man

 

Thanks alot Lord Metal! I'm on my 5th 3rd gen and I'm trying to do it right this time around. I finally landed a decent job so it's gonna be 11 second quarter miles or bust! I'm just trying to make sure I order the right dang waterpump!

 

Dude,

If you are getting a water pump, get a Stewart aluminum, it helped keep the heat down on my 87 (I have TPI & 2 electric fans), but they say you need to run the high flow thermostat as well. The high flow is nice in the summer but sucks in the fall & winter as it keeps the temp too cool.

I have a long style water pump by the way.