Electric waterpumps?

[Splinter]

Whats the scoop on these for our cars?

A guy I know with a 91 wagon just had his water pump die, and mine might be on the way out, and I was told electric is a pretty good option (easier to fix in the future, better cooling at high loads)

[LaureltheQueen]

For an engine water pump? I say replace it with a stock mechanical

[Legacy777]

I don't really see how you could use an electric one on these cars since the timing belt interfaces with it.

[LaureltheQueen]

who needs a timing belt? :p

[Splinter]

Good call on the timing belt... forgot

[555BCTurbo]

Electric h20 pumps are for the Chevy fags who want to "get the most power out of their motor" at the dragstrip. The way I see it, if you are running an incredibly inefficient 30 bagillion Cubic inch engine anyway, why not use 2 hp to run a waterpump?!?!?!?

[evolutionmovement]

Yeah, to me it's more a matter of serviceability for custom instals where water pump access is limited at best and another lame-o bragging point. 'Dude, yeah, I gut the 'lectric water pump. Shit frees up, like, 15 horsepower, at least.'

Steve