Evo IX Water pump help
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Evo IX Water pump help
So, i come to find out i need a water pump.. i so far understand that theyre two different water pumps from the 8 and the 9 so, i know to look for the 9 lol.. but, anyway im as far down as the pulley off and a few bolts actually out of the water pump.. my next question on the EVO 9 in specific do i need to take off the timing components??? i REALLLLY dont want to since im not really cumfortable in re-timing the motor... but, yeah i would appreciate ya'lls help since im a fairly decent mechanic, no so good speller but, i just like to know before i LEAP ya know ?
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how many miles you got on your car? if i was to go in behind the timing cover i would change all the components just so you know your good for another 60-70K without having to go in again because one of the bearing is making noise. there is just more wear and tear on these bearings because the car is turbo'd compared to an N/A.
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Yes, there is a little bit of a difference from the 8 and 9 waterpumps, so get the one that goes to your car. It would be a good idea to change the timing components since the water pump is behind the timing belt. There is a very well written How-To about it on here. I studied it very thoroughly and did mine with ease. If you have a friend whose already done this, then get with them about it. It's not as scary as people make it out to be.
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how many miles you got on your car? if i was to go in behind the timing cover i would change all the components just so you know your good for another 60-70K without having to go in again because one of the bearing is making noise. there is just more wear and tear on these bearings because the car is turbo'd compared to an N/A.
and yes, if you take your time, the whole process isn't that hard. Just keep an eye on the oil pump sprocket, making sure its in phase. (or know the trick, or use the screwdriver)
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just use an evo 8 water pump! it will save you a lot of money, and works just fine on a 9!! myself as well as a number of my friends have run the with 0 problems!! and my evo is beaten to hell and back on the track! they ARE very slightly different w/ the 9 having 1 extra bolt hole for an additional bracket to the alternator, but it is not needed and the car works 100% fine without it saves you almost $200
Last edited by vipers; Jul 18, 2011 at 01:09 AM.
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Hmm... well, anyone know where to find this or is the normal price friggin $230 ??
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