Water Pump

[BLKTah02]

Just saw that the bottom of my water pump is leaking, I have an 02 Tahoe 5.3, is it a PITA to change out the pump on this truck, never had to fix anything yet on it, also is the pump and thermostat all one piece??

 

[donut slayer]

It aint too bad. I had to change the one on my wifes Yukon. Just have to remove a few items to get to the pump. It looks bad until you remove the air tube, then its not as intimidating. While your there, since its attached to the WP, change out the thermostat too. Hardest part was removing the fan clutch.

 

[BLKTah02]

It aint too bad. I had to change the one on my wifes Yukon. Just have to remove a few items to get to the pump. It looks bad until you remove the air tube, then its not as intimidating. While your there, since its attached to the WP, change out the thermostat too. Hardest part was removing the fan clutch.

ok cool im gonna try it this week and see what happens, I got a price for a brand new gates for $115 is that good?

 

[dropmech]

Brand new at that price seems pretty legit.

 

[BLKTah02]

all fixed runs mint now, hopefully should be good for awhile

 

[YukonButICanToo]

all fixed runs mint now, hopefully should be good for awhile

Just curious, how long did it take you to do the swap?