I mentioned to Michael, that I used a 1976 Maverick 302 pump, which is
alum, and I removed the hub, reversed, after grinding a bump off of it,
and repressed it on to the clearance I wanted. This is the same new
pump KoolFlow is selling for about $80, and I paid $35 at McParts.
Larry
Steve Laifman wrote:
> The Edelbrock "Hi-Po" aluminum water pump was designed for the 289
> Hi-Po block, and is shorter in length than the others. An advantage. The
> hub needs to be pulled off, reversed, then pressed on to the dimensions
> given in the Rootes Workshop Manual (also on line on TigersUnited.com
> along with the TE/AE alternate distance). This allows the normally rear
> 1 inch diameter portion to fit through the large stock Tiger fan, or
> modified 6 blade, as well as allowing a deeper set-back.
>
> This is a very high quality aluminum pump, with a price to match.
>
> Make your measurements based on your own engine configuration.
>
> Steve
>
> Carmods@aol.com wrote:
>
>
>>Michael,
>>
>>I would recommend the Eldebrock aluminum pump that will save 6 lb. As with
>>any replacement pump, you will have to press the fan and pulley mounting
>>flange rearward to match the location on your present pump. Press only on the
>>end of the shaft to keep the load off the bearings.
>>Cut the shaft off to match your old pump so you can get the fan and pulley
>>between the radiator. You will probably need a small bushing to adapt the fan
>>and pulley hole to the new shaft diameter.
>>
>> John Logan
>>
>>
>>
>
>
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