[s-cars] Hints for changing After-run Coolant Pump

[John Cody Forbes]

Dave Forgie wrote:
> Tim: When you go to replace your pump (or slip in a temporary bypass
> pipe), you can do it without draining the radiator if you have two
> needle nose ViseGrip pliers. Adjust the jaws of the pliers to have
> enough room to clamp the hoses tight but not cut through the rubber
> (you'll figure it out).  Then clamp the pump inlet and outlet hoses
> just enough away from the pump to allow you to remove the clamps.
> Remove the electrical connection, the  clamps, and the pump (you will
> lose a tiny bit of coolant).  Install the new pump, tighten the
> clamps (may need new clamps), and install the electrical connector.
> Remove ViseGrips.  Top up fluid (with 50/50 mixture of VAG antifreeze
> and water).
>

Better yet use the tool actually desinged for this that wont cut the hose 
ever.

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=93038

You can get them at most automotive places or online if there no harbor 
freight in your area.

Or if you can have somebody help you you can simply hold the ends of the 
hoses above the expansion tank and you won't loose any coolant except whats 
trapped in the pump.

-Cody Forbes
http://www.5000tq.com
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