Should I replace the water pump base when I replace water pump kit just because of age of base if there is no problems with it.
Should I replace the water pump base when I replace water pump kit just because of age of base if there is no problems with it.
I would change pull it and replace the gasket under it every so often. The base itself is probably ok unless it show wear or damage.
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Definitely pull it and replace the gasket (and o-ring) when doing a complete water pump kit.Originally Posted by red186
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When I do a water pump on my boats I always do the complete kit from base up,this way I check the oil seal an bearing at the same time if it needs replaced I do it,plus you have peace of mind that when you put the lower unit back up everything is new
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