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Which brand Water pump to go with?

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Old Nov 30, 2013 | 01:09 PM
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Default Which brand Water pump to go with?

Need to replace my water pump...(again).. this time I plan on buying a quality part. also should I go to a lower temp thermostat. and I would also like to find a housing that isn't plastic...any suggestions. I"ve been looking at gates parts but haven't found any reviews
 
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Old Nov 30, 2013 | 07:02 PM
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I would use Mopar parts. But the choice is up to you.
 
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Old Nov 30, 2013 | 08:18 PM
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I bought one from Advance Auto Parts not too long ago. Brand new. Not reman. I ordered it online and used a discount code I found off Google and saved quite a bit
 
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Old Dec 1, 2013 | 11:31 AM
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you can order the thermostate here

http://www.highhorseperformance.com/...1L_p/10183.htm
 
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Of check this out for cheaper and equally as good alternatives

https://dodgeforum.com/forum/3rd-gen...at-part-s.html
 
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Old Dec 2, 2013 | 01:37 PM
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Originally Posted by master tech
I would use Mopar parts. But the choice is up to you.
My opinion as well. I'd definitely go with the one from Mopar.
I had two from Advance go bad.
 
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