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02-05-2014, 08:41 PM

2001DodgeMan

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Water Pump died 2nd time

For the 2nd time since I've owned my 2001 dakota I need to replace the water pump,I guess for a 13 year old truck that ain't bad(Lucky I have a 2012 Silverado to help me get around in :P )

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02-05-2014, 09:35 PM

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What engine do you have Dodgeman? What brand was your replacement pump and how long did it last?

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02-06-2014, 07:57 AM

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Originally Posted by 2001DodgeMan

For the 2nd time since I've owned my 2001 dakota I need to replace the water pump,I guess for a 13 year old truck that ain't bad(Lucky I have a 2012 Silverado to help me get around in :P )

Are you changing your antifreeze every few years? It loses lubricity after a while and that's what lubricates the pump.

May wanna try this...http://www.grainger.com/product/2WGD...140206130849:s

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