Blown water pump questions
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Blown water pump questions
I blew my water pump on campus and refilled the coolant tank before carefully driving the one mile back to my dorm. I am planning on taking the Durango to a shop about 7 miles away. Will I be fine driving this far? Will I need to stop and refill the coolant tank on the way? It's a 2002 4.7 if that makes a difference.
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When it first happened it poured out and left a huge puddle. I just checked it and the pump appears to be turning but the the pulley or whatever is wobbling slightly, and it only leaked maybe a cup of water. Is it leaking less now because it is not pumping and there is no pressure?
I think I'll get some water and limp it down the road as I'd rather not pay for a tow.
I think I'll get some water and limp it down the road as I'd rather not pay for a tow.
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If it's spinning it should be pumping. If it's just wobbling a bit you can probably get away with going a short distance (wouldn't take the engine about 2000rpm). There's always a risk of the shafting going completely and having the fan come off and ruin stuff. Like I said, I wouldn't recommend it unless you're really in a bind.
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hey, Not sure if this is the proper way to ask the question. But Ive been through the first couple pages of the threads and havent seen one responding to this issue.
Does anybody sell a replacement coolant drain plug. The last person to drain the coolant on my truck broke the twist cape of mine off. I removed it, (hoping thats something you can do, without compromising the radiator) and am Looking for another.
Does anybody sell a replacement coolant drain plug. The last person to drain the coolant on my truck broke the twist cape of mine off. I removed it, (hoping thats something you can do, without compromising the radiator) and am Looking for another.
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