Volvo Penta R/W Pump Review. Is a $79 replacement as good as a $350 OEM Pump?
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- Опубліковано 29 сер 2024
- Reviewing a $79 Volvo Penta Water Pump replacement from Amazon. Is the China version any better or worse than an original Pump? Be sure to subscribe and see this pump installed on a 5.0 GI. This one was purchased here. Original OEM Volvo number 21214599. Tell me your experience with these pumps.
Here is a list of Volvo Penta aftermarket and OEM pumps (2005 or older). Be sure to check reviews and make your own decision. These are for the 21214599 Volvo pumps with the serpentine belt. 2005 and earlier 4.3 v6 and 5.0, 5.7 V8 motors. Not for the 3.0 liter 4 cylinder motors.
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This is the one I purchased but seems to be out of stock.
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I bought a Chinese water pump replacement. It lasted 5 minutes in water and then three out of the four brass retainers broke and the engine overheated. Luckily we were near a jetty and got the tools to replace it with the original until a new one could arrive.
Mera, I know what you're talking about. I bought a knockoff trim sensor. Worked for 2 trips and 'Poof!' Guess it's all a gamble really. Myself, it wasn't worth the $$$. Glad you made it back safe. Myself, I carry towing but near a jetty with current, you were lucky and good to keep the old one. Smart move!
Can it be rebuilt to include seal replacement?
How is it holding up? The seal is leaking on mine and a new one is $456.00. The dealer says they can’t get a seal, only impellers and o-rings and I was considering this one.
Sorry for the late response Terry, Mine is holding up fine but I've only put about 20 hrs on it since the install. I debated myself on OEM vs aftermarket but took the chance. If this one lasts a year or two, I'm ahead. BUT I boat in Salt and the spray off the belt would cause havoc. I'd have to wash the engine if this were due to happen. I feel your pain. Thx for the comment! Let us know how you make out.
@@chrisg1076 Yeah, I rebuilt my OEM pump for about $40 but it only lasted one season which is about 25hrs for me. When salt water starts running out the weep hole the belt sprays it everywhere and I had to replace two pulleys that severely corroded due to the spray. Just rebuilt it again so will be keeping a close eye on it.
@@pauldionne2884 I know what you mean. Due to the former owner running it in salt with a weeping circulating pump, I had to replace the alternator, idler pully, power steering pully and descale everything else. Keep an eye for sure!
Anyone else buy a non OEM pump? If so, please share your experience. I'm curious as well I'm sure others are as well.