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Water/oil pump replacement

Discussion in '360/430' started by azzurribaggio, Aug 25, 2019.

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  1. azzurribaggio

    azzurribaggio Formula Junior

    When it comes time to replace this, due to leaking, how many have opted to just get the pump repaired ( o-ring gaskets replaced, which I heard is all that is needed ) vs getting a new one?
    Will most Indy mechanics repair these if requested will most just say get a new one.

    There is a significant price difference between repair and getting a new one.

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  2. 24000rpm

    24000rpm F1 Rookie

    are you talking bout the f430 whose pump sits outside the engine?
     
  3. APA#1

    APA#1 Formula 3

    Nov 5, 2003
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    Central Florida
    Here you go, this should help. Dan just did a great video on this exact subject.

     
  4. azzurribaggio

    azzurribaggio Formula Junior

    Yes this thread is based on seeing Dan's video....I asked Josh if most Indy mechanics would repair this pump or just say I need a new one and charge me $4000?

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  5. kiryu

    kiryu Formula Junior

    Mar 28, 2016
    407
    Los Angeles
    from the mechanic's perspective, I assume it's easier for them to replace the pump. Waiting for the pump to be rebuilt with the car on the lift takes up shop space, unless the mechanic himself knows how to rebuild one like Josh. To save money you probably need to remove the pump yourself and ship it to Josh for the rebuild. Or buy a pump that's already rebuilt and simply do the swap, then i am sure all mechanics are ok doing that
     
  6. Flyingbrick242

    Flyingbrick242 Formula Junior
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    Feb 26, 2017
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    I am 100% certain if I encounter any leakage from the water/oil pump assy I will be addressing it with the opportunity of resealing.
    Any Indy who does not give the client at least that opportunity [providing the unit meets reseal criteria] is not being conscience's of the wallet.
    Dan/Josh thanks for sharing this bit of information..!
     
  7. azzurribaggio

    azzurribaggio Formula Junior

    I totally agree and can also see this from the shop's perspective. But I wouldn't be comfortable removing that pump myself then installing it back in.
     
  8. azzurribaggio

    azzurribaggio Formula Junior

    I've yet to take my car to a local shop, I just bought it back in June, but I have one earmarked that my buddy who has a F430 as well takes his to. I'm guessing my first service will be the yearly one I'll do next year then I'll have to address the leak. OR if it still seems I can go another year wait.
    During the PPI the leak was brought up but at the time the mechanic said look into it on the next oil change.
     
  9. yelcab

    yelcab F1 World Champ
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    Nov 29, 2001
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    From a mechanic's perspective:

    1. Rebuilding a customer's water pump saves "some money" but not much. It does cost $100-$200 in parts, and an hour in time ($150-$200) for a total of $400.
    2. A rebuilt pump takes some level of secret sauce so that it does not leak. If it leaks (because he did it, or a rebuilder did it), the job is done all over again under warranty and that would be a money losing proposition for the mechanic.
    3. Ferrari water pump replacement for 348/355/360/430 is very involved and it's not worth the risk of having to do the job again due to a poorly rebuilt pump.

    So for most professional mechanic whose reputation is on the line, they prefer to just flat out replace the water pump and have a factory warranty that the new pump works as new. Yes, it is sometimes more expensive but you drive Ferraris and nobody ever promised that driving a Ferrari was going to be cheap.

    If you work on your own car and your labor is free to you, then by all means you should rebuild your own water pump.
     
  10. ridege55

    ridege55 Formula 3
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    I had my water/oil pump replaced about 2 years ago. I was given the option of new or rebuild. I optioned for new based on timing and some peace of mind. I didn't know if the rebuild was going to be sent out of house and how long it would take. The bill for just a new oil/water pump was $3,400. Add in the labor and there is your $4k. I subsequently had an Fchatter reach out to me saying that he sold a rebuild kit for $360. Since I don't trust my own mechanical ability, I would have still needed someone to do the rebuild. Anyways, I have my old pump in the garage as a souvenir.
     
  11. sakodik

    sakodik Karting

    Jun 2, 2016
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    Example: I had a bad f1 accumulator that I replaced with a used one (a few hundred miles on it, unknown life). It went bad after 2 months. Now I have to buy a new one with the same labor cost. Could've been avoided had I just bought a new one to begin with. Oh well, I made that choice because the parts wasn't that expensive new/used compared to the water/oil pump. Just waste of time.
     
  12. azzurribaggio

    azzurribaggio Formula Junior

    Well said, painful to agree with but well said.

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  13. Jgivoo

    Jgivoo Formula Junior
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    Jan 22, 2016
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    Just a quick comment from Dan's video.
    They call out Buna N orings for the oil pump when the OEM supplier OMP specifies V-75 brown Viton on their prints.
     
  14. azzurribaggio

    azzurribaggio Formula Junior

    Here are pics of the leak from the PPI Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login

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  15. Jgivoo

    Jgivoo Formula Junior
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    Jan 22, 2016
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    Looks like both mechanical seals are slightly weeping coolant. (Green color). Are you seeing any wet spots or drips on the rear under tray directly under the water/oil pump? If me, I would clean up the areas and monitor.
     
  16. azzurribaggio

    azzurribaggio Formula Junior

    The mechanic that did the PPI mentioned there were a few drops on the under tray.

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  17. jcurry

    jcurry Two Time F1 World Champ
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    My 360 as looked like the pics since I bought it (almost 5 yrs now). Everytime the dealer shop has seen it they comment on it, but have never said 'this has to be replaced right now'. They have said monitoring is ok.
     
  18. RedTaxi

    RedTaxi F1 Rookie
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    "Some money but not much". $400 to $4k is quite "some money".
    The video is all about the oil pump leaking. Most have an issue with the waterpump leaking which can be an inexpensive rebuild.
     

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