Would it be better to replace my water pump for a electric pump? This is for my 97 z28 SS. I have oil leaking from where the water pump mounts to the engine, i can buy one for $175.

Chas

 

Depends.... you never know how long they will last. They give you some power. They also require you to be mindful of your temp gauge. I think they are worth it.

 

You could always get a warning gauge if youre scared.

 

Hey Honda.... where have you seen those warning gauges? I want one.

 

Email spartus@charter.net . He makes a pretty well thought out kit I hear with a buzzer and everything but he only makes them every now and then in batches. WatchDog also makes a kit. Those are the only 2 I know of at the moment.

 

my car runs 20 to 30 degrees cooler with the electric

 

Sweet thanks man.

 

So does mine. Takes longer for me to go into closed loop though.

 

My car runs about 210 to 220 on short trips! That seems hot to me, my v-8 s10 runs about 170. If i'm driving open highway it runs around 200, in stop and go traffic it gets around 220. I never had a truck or car that runs 220!

Chas

 

I just switched to a Meziere EWP a few months ago...It runs cooler at idle and in traffic than it ever did before, but heats up a wee bit more at cruise than before. I guess its a little hotter at cruise because the EWP turns at a constant speed regardless of engine rpm. I also got 9-10 rwhp with my combo by switching to an EWP (dynod before and after same day same dyno).

All in all I think its a good mod. A watch dog type device might be a good idea though...

--Alan

 

I'd do the electric pump!

I have an electric water pump on my and it runs cooler, however, I have a Mez HD and it moves more water than a standard Mez.

 

I think i will do the electric pump, and another 9 hp or so would be nice!

Chas

 

Love it

 

I really like my Meziere EWP pump too. I also got 10+ rwhp with it. How much are those warning kits? I have been wondering about them.

 

i got my kit from spartus at impalassforums. I gave 57 bucks shipped, including the buzzer and all the wiring. Great deal in my opinion!