430 Water pump suggestions

Discussion in 'The Bench' started by jalopi42, Jun 30, 2020.

  1. jalopi42

    jalopi42 Don't Wait

    So I’ve tore the bearings out of 2 new advanced auto water pumps on my rebuilt somewhat nasty 69 430 motor .. any good products out there thanks in advanced
     
  2. LARRY70GS

    LARRY70GS a.k.a. "THE WIZARD" Staff Member

  3. jalopi42

    jalopi42 Don't Wait

  4. jalopi42

    jalopi42 Don't Wait

    I ordered the TA performance water pump I’ll keep ya posted
     
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  5. pbr400

    pbr400 68GS400

    Double check the fan and the tension on the belt. I once was angry and indignant about ‘cheap ass bullsh1+ water pumps!’;went through three from Advance and a Delco before replacing my fan on a 403 Trans Am.
    Patrick
     
  6. jalopi42

    jalopi42 Don't Wait

    I did put a new clutch On a 7 blade fan .. the belt seems tight and I can’t turn the alt pulley by hand .. I’ll double check it all again thanks bud
     
  7. lemmy-67

    lemmy-67 Platinum Level Contributor

    I think mine was a carter...still doing ok...just change/refresh your coolant at least every other year...
     
  8. BuickV8Mike

    BuickV8Mike SD Buick Fan

    Bearing failure as it feels bumpy when you turn by hand?
     
  9. johnriv67

    johnriv67 Well-Known Member

    Can you elaborate on the specs of your nasty 430?
     
  10. BuickV8Mike

    BuickV8Mike SD Buick Fan

    Somewhat nasty. :);) Only fun intended. ;)
     
    Last edited: Jul 2, 2020
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  11. jalopi42

    jalopi42 Don't Wait

    Hugh update ... I found the old /original clutch and coupled it to a new T/A performance water pump .. problem seems to be solved but I really haven’t done the insane sleeper take off when you creep er up to 10 mph grab the gate and pull hard .. let off and ignite em both again ..
     
  12. jalopi42

    jalopi42 Don't Wait

    Just the simple stuff .. small bore with pistons .. cam up slightly with big valves .. original Q jet with points .. I’ll say I like old school bragging to give up a few horses .. I’m happy with the performance
     

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