Contaminated coolant is a leading cause of premature water pump failure and poor cooling efficiency. Contaminated coolant can contain particles/debris (including chunks of excess gasket material) that will clog coolant passages and wear the water pump impeller. It can also accelerate a process called “electrolytic metal erosion,” which happens any time you’ve got dissimilar metals
Warmer ambient air temperatures put additional strain on your vehicle’s cooling system. If you’re doing a lot of driving in a hot climate, there are some easy inspections that you can perform to ensure your car or truck can handle the heat. The cooling system specialists at Davies Craig are pioneers in electric fan and
The water pump wizards over at Tuff Stuff Performance field a ton of questions about things like pump sizes, flow rates, belt routing, and all sorts of other cooling-related issues. They shared the questions customers most often ask them about water pumps. It’s a good read if you’re looking at replacing or upgrading your current
While replacing a water pump may seem like a pretty straightforward affair, there are several things you should look out for when doing the job that can prevent premature failure. More importantly, there are certain steps that shouldn’t be skipped to ensure your new water pump will last and your cooling system stays leak-free. The
Learn how measuring your water pump from the mounting flange to the hub surface of the pump can tell you what kind of pump is currently installed in your vehicle, and why you need to pay attention to snout diameter when choosing a new or replacement water pump for your engine.
For optimum engine performance and longevity, it’s imperative that you maintain the health of your dirt bike’s cooling system. Mostly, that means maintaining your radiator and constantly checking your fluid levels. Build in the time it takes to do proper maintenance checks before you go riding. Check the Exterior Radiators on a dirt bike are
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