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les
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leaking pump

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Hope this picture isn't too big------ the hole in the pump lets water out, I'm thinking it may be because it has stood for a long time, do you think it will seal? When a grease nipple was fitted to these pumps, was that the location. Any views received with thanx.Image
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Post by alex_holden »

I think once the seal has started to go you will have to replace the pump sooner or later. Keep a close watch on the water level in the radiator and carry a bottle of water in the boot - you don't want to boil the engine dry.
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Post by les »

To be honest it's not on the road yet, I've just checked out the electrical circuits and spun it up to see how it ran and to re-flush the system. When I drain and refill possibly best to change the pump, shame as there is no wear as far as I can tell, anyone know why the hole is there?
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Post by aupickup »

SURE IT MAYBE FOR GREASE, I HAVE AN OLD CAST ONE
THAT IS SIMIALAR WITH INSTRUCTIONS AND SAYS FOR GREASE
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Post by les »

Is it in the same position? There is no thread in the hole for a nipple, wonder if I could thread it and add one.
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Post by Matt »

I think the hole is there for if the seal fails? someone explained it too me once and it made perfect sense!
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Post by aupickup »

will check mine tom nite
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Post by aupickup »

yes mine has a grease nipple
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