Water pump?
Q. I have a 1998 Pontiac grand prix. I stopped at a gas station to get gas and when i came out, a little smoke was coming from the hood. I have had different responses from different people.What i think it is is the water pump and/or themostat needs to be replaced...i need other opinions before i take it to a mechanic tomorrow..i am nervous because i am a woman and will be going there by myself and i can't afford to get cheated. i forgot to add that water was leaking from it too. it looked clear/greenish
Asked by shorty82 - Sat Apr 1 00:15:03 2006 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Without more information you could have anything from a pin hole in a hose, a clamp that needs to be tighten, a bad gasket, radiator cap, water pump or blown head gasket. I would test for the first two. Besides calling Klick & Klack on NPR for good but humorous advice; I would take the car to your trusted mechanic. Ask your friends if you don't know one. Ask the mechanic if a cooling system pressure test could be done and how much will it will cost. (This is a simple test where the radiator cap is replaced with a hand pump. The mechanic uses the pump to bring the cooling system pressure to the proper psi). If there's a leak, the pressure will drop and coolant should appear from somewhere. Generally the faster it drops, the bigger… [cont.]
Answered by threecloves - Sat Apr 1 00:50:04 2006
Q. I have a 1998 Pontiac grand prix. I stopped at a gas station to get gas and when i came out, a little smoke was coming from the hood. I have had different responses from different people.What i think it is is the water pump and/or themostat needs to be replaced...i need other opinions before i take it to a mechanic tomorrow..i am nervous because i am a woman and will be going there by myself and i can't afford to get cheated. i forgot to add that water was leaking from it too. it looked clear/greenish
Asked by shorty82 - Sat Apr 1 00:15:03 2006 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Without more information you could have anything from a pin hole in a hose, a clamp that needs to be tighten, a bad gasket, radiator cap, water pump or blown head gasket. I would test for the first two. Besides calling Klick & Klack on NPR for good but humorous advice; I would take the car to your trusted mechanic. Ask your friends if you don't know one. Ask the mechanic if a cooling system pressure test could be done and how much will it will cost. (This is a simple test where the radiator cap is replaced with a hand pump. The mechanic uses the pump to bring the cooling system pressure to the proper psi). If there's a leak, the pressure will drop and coolant should appear from somewhere. Generally the faster it drops, the bigger… [cont.]
Answered by threecloves - Sat Apr 1 00:50:04 2006
Can I power a Water Pump for my Shower from a Lighting Circuit - UK?
Q. (This is a question regarding IEE Wiring Regulations and Part P of the Building Regulations in the UK.) I need to add a water pump to raise the water pressure to my shower. I want to install the pump in my loft which is where the water pipes run, but the only power currently up there is for an existing lighting circuit. Is it ok (i.e. does it satisfy Part P of the building regs, and IEE Wiring Regulations) to wire the Water Pump into this circuit?
Asked by Jonny S - Fri Jul 18 12:00:06 2008 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Barry b is right!
Answered by GARFIELD - Sun Jul 20 14:58:39 2008
Q. (This is a question regarding IEE Wiring Regulations and Part P of the Building Regulations in the UK.) I need to add a water pump to raise the water pressure to my shower. I want to install the pump in my loft which is where the water pipes run, but the only power currently up there is for an existing lighting circuit. Is it ok (i.e. does it satisfy Part P of the building regs, and IEE Wiring Regulations) to wire the Water Pump into this circuit?
Asked by Jonny S - Fri Jul 18 12:00:06 2008 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Barry b is right!
Answered by GARFIELD - Sun Jul 20 14:58:39 2008
why windshield water pump will not work on a 2000 nissan xterra?
Q. when i turn on front windshield washer, i can't hear the water pump turning on. however when i turn on the rear window washer, the pump kicks in and water sprays out in the back. already checked the fuses. they are fine. the spray nozzles in the front dont appear to be clogged and the cant see any kinks in the water line.
Asked by bi1ly - Thu Nov 8 00:03:37 2007 - - 4 Answers - 1 Comments
A. check the connections on the wiring on the plug and also check to see if the motor will actually run it may be burnt out,that's the most used one of all and usually its the one that goes bad first,it could just be a bad motor on it,good luck.
Answered by dodge man - Thu Nov 8 00:16:35 2007
Q. when i turn on front windshield washer, i can't hear the water pump turning on. however when i turn on the rear window washer, the pump kicks in and water sprays out in the back. already checked the fuses. they are fine. the spray nozzles in the front dont appear to be clogged and the cant see any kinks in the water line.
Asked by bi1ly - Thu Nov 8 00:03:37 2007 - - 4 Answers - 1 Comments
A. check the connections on the wiring on the plug and also check to see if the motor will actually run it may be burnt out,that's the most used one of all and usually its the one that goes bad first,it could just be a bad motor on it,good luck.
Answered by dodge man - Thu Nov 8 00:16:35 2007
How to pump water from a water source to a water tank?
Q. We are doing a project, and it's aimed for a community in Mali where they have a 10 month dry season. They have a swamp where they can extract water from. So we are looking to design a water pump that would feed the water into the tank. Does anyone know where could get more information on these types of water pumps, or has information on them? Thanks
Asked by Matty77 - Mon Oct 15 14:47:44 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Its been 20+ years since I last designed a water system (that was similar in many respects) so I don't remember the vendors. But you are either going to want a submersible pump or a verticle centrifugal pump to pull the water out of the swamp. Just google these and also google potable water pump. You are going to have other issues such as head, flow and power requirements. Other issues to worry about are your intake system and any screens and strainers to keep stuff out of area around the pump. Good luck. ... As an add on, you might also want, depending on your system, to look at a portable fire water pump. It will get you thinking.
Answered by Frst Grade Rocks! - Mon Oct 15 15:03:59 2007
Q. We are doing a project, and it's aimed for a community in Mali where they have a 10 month dry season. They have a swamp where they can extract water from. So we are looking to design a water pump that would feed the water into the tank. Does anyone know where could get more information on these types of water pumps, or has information on them? Thanks
Asked by Matty77 - Mon Oct 15 14:47:44 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Its been 20+ years since I last designed a water system (that was similar in many respects) so I don't remember the vendors. But you are either going to want a submersible pump or a verticle centrifugal pump to pull the water out of the swamp. Just google these and also google potable water pump. You are going to have other issues such as head, flow and power requirements. Other issues to worry about are your intake system and any screens and strainers to keep stuff out of area around the pump. Good luck. ... As an add on, you might also want, depending on your system, to look at a portable fire water pump. It will get you thinking.
Answered by Frst Grade Rocks! - Mon Oct 15 15:03:59 2007
How do you change a water pump in a 1998 Cadillac Deville?
Q. My car is overheating sometimes and I can hear clicking when it runs, I know it might be the thermostat or radiator, but I think its the water pump. I have some experience working on cars, so I would like to do the work myself. I need to know where it is located, preferably step by step instructions. I know that the water pump is not leaking. What could it be and should i do?
Asked by casey - Sat Apr 17 01:48:13 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Casey if your not sure its time to see the dealer or one of your local auto repair shops.Replacing parts that might not be the problem is going to cost more.Mechanics will test your cooling system and find what is the cause of your overheating and the noise your hearing.If you decide to replace your water pump you can get free removal and installation info on www.autozone.com Best of luck.
Answered by HyperGforce - Tue Apr 20 02:35:34 2010
Q. My car is overheating sometimes and I can hear clicking when it runs, I know it might be the thermostat or radiator, but I think its the water pump. I have some experience working on cars, so I would like to do the work myself. I need to know where it is located, preferably step by step instructions. I know that the water pump is not leaking. What could it be and should i do?
Asked by casey - Sat Apr 17 01:48:13 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Casey if your not sure its time to see the dealer or one of your local auto repair shops.Replacing parts that might not be the problem is going to cost more.Mechanics will test your cooling system and find what is the cause of your overheating and the noise your hearing.If you decide to replace your water pump you can get free removal and installation info on www.autozone.com Best of luck.
Answered by HyperGforce - Tue Apr 20 02:35:34 2010
What is a water pump in a car? How much is it to replace?
Q. And if it needs to be replaced, does that spell trouble for a car? I see a car I might like to buy, but the ad says that the water pump needs to be replaced. Someone please enlighten me. Thanks.
Asked by Holly - Wed Oct 18 22:11:00 2006 - - 14 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Most water pumps are fairly cheap either new or rebuilt. Get it replaced it keeps the engine cooled off and prevents overheating. Personally I would avoid that car unless the owner replaces the pump first. The cost is only $100 - $200 for most cars. By him replacing it you will be able to see how the car runs after, any rattling or knocking means it is toast already and not worth any more than scrap iron.
Answered by my_iq_135 - Wed Oct 18 22:22:17 2006
Q. And if it needs to be replaced, does that spell trouble for a car? I see a car I might like to buy, but the ad says that the water pump needs to be replaced. Someone please enlighten me. Thanks.
Asked by Holly - Wed Oct 18 22:11:00 2006 - - 14 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Most water pumps are fairly cheap either new or rebuilt. Get it replaced it keeps the engine cooled off and prevents overheating. Personally I would avoid that car unless the owner replaces the pump first. The cost is only $100 - $200 for most cars. By him replacing it you will be able to see how the car runs after, any rattling or knocking means it is toast already and not worth any more than scrap iron.
Answered by my_iq_135 - Wed Oct 18 22:22:17 2006
Why does my water pump have oil all over it?
Q. I have oil all over my water pump. I investigated when I saw a few drops of oil in the garage that showed up every few days. I then saw a drop of clean radiator fluid. Does oil come near or through the water pump? I have a 96 nissan maxima if that helps. There is no oil in the coolant. The coolant is green as new. The drips of the coolant are in a slightly different place from the drips of oil.
Asked by Deez - Wed Jan 24 17:12:25 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The first place a car will leak oil is usually the valve covers. Regular maintenance requires valve adjustments, and to do this, the valve covers come off a few times in 10 years. If you have a four syllable motor, the front of the valve cover is right above the water pump, so a valve cover leak would dribble down the water pump. Your water pump could be leaking (if you've never replaced it in the 10 years since your car was made). I'd bet you have both problems. I'm too soon old, and too late smart, so I've let water pumps go because "it's only leaking a little". When the shaft begins to get wobbly, it will let loose with a caBANG! and damage something when it flings off the fan. Moral to the story: Replace the water pump, and… [cont.]
Answered by s2scrm - Wed Jan 24 17:25:20 2007
Q. I have oil all over my water pump. I investigated when I saw a few drops of oil in the garage that showed up every few days. I then saw a drop of clean radiator fluid. Does oil come near or through the water pump? I have a 96 nissan maxima if that helps. There is no oil in the coolant. The coolant is green as new. The drips of the coolant are in a slightly different place from the drips of oil.
Asked by Deez - Wed Jan 24 17:12:25 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The first place a car will leak oil is usually the valve covers. Regular maintenance requires valve adjustments, and to do this, the valve covers come off a few times in 10 years. If you have a four syllable motor, the front of the valve cover is right above the water pump, so a valve cover leak would dribble down the water pump. Your water pump could be leaking (if you've never replaced it in the 10 years since your car was made). I'd bet you have both problems. I'm too soon old, and too late smart, so I've let water pumps go because "it's only leaking a little". When the shaft begins to get wobbly, it will let loose with a caBANG! and damage something when it flings off the fan. Moral to the story: Replace the water pump, and… [cont.]
Answered by s2scrm - Wed Jan 24 17:25:20 2007
Where can I find a water pump that I can operate with a bicycle?
Q. I want to be able to pump water from a utility sink to the sewer pipe that is about 4' high in the basement. It doesn't have to be high pressure, just enough to get the water out. I'm looking for the pump without the motor, the bicycle will be the motor. I want to be able to connect the bicycle to the pump with a belt. I like your idea about the pully against the back tire, but where do I get the pump from? What kind of pump can I use?
Asked by Gypsy Girl - Mon Mar 16 11:13:48 2009 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. You can modify this it is made to work on a cordless power drill Its only $7
Answered by Justin - Mon Mar 16 11:29:57 2009
Q. I want to be able to pump water from a utility sink to the sewer pipe that is about 4' high in the basement. It doesn't have to be high pressure, just enough to get the water out. I'm looking for the pump without the motor, the bicycle will be the motor. I want to be able to connect the bicycle to the pump with a belt. I like your idea about the pully against the back tire, but where do I get the pump from? What kind of pump can I use?
Asked by Gypsy Girl - Mon Mar 16 11:13:48 2009 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. You can modify this it is made to work on a cordless power drill Its only $7
Answered by Justin - Mon Mar 16 11:29:57 2009
How do I build a windmill driven water pump?
Q. I have been given a project to build a windmill driven water pump. So far, a lot of the books I've researched only give me info on how a water pump works. Can anyone help me with this? Thanks in advance
Asked by Chukky - Sun Apr 6 12:44:29 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Basically, at least one idea, was to have the wind turn a horizontal shaft that was also a crank shaft. The crank would cause an up and down motion and was used to drive a long metal rod that went down into the well. On the end of the rod was a one-way valve. It would open on the down stroke and close on the up stroke thereby lifting out the water. I think I read there were over 50,000 of these in the western USA at one time. I live in Arizona and they are still standing all over but few are still working. They went out of vogue when George Westinghouse started selling electricity which had the advantage of being able to pump when the wind stalled. Google "western windmills pumps" or something similar and you can get tons of sites… [cont.]
Answered by andyg77 - Sun Apr 6 13:09:23 2008
Q. I have been given a project to build a windmill driven water pump. So far, a lot of the books I've researched only give me info on how a water pump works. Can anyone help me with this? Thanks in advance
Asked by Chukky - Sun Apr 6 12:44:29 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Basically, at least one idea, was to have the wind turn a horizontal shaft that was also a crank shaft. The crank would cause an up and down motion and was used to drive a long metal rod that went down into the well. On the end of the rod was a one-way valve. It would open on the down stroke and close on the up stroke thereby lifting out the water. I think I read there were over 50,000 of these in the western USA at one time. I live in Arizona and they are still standing all over but few are still working. They went out of vogue when George Westinghouse started selling electricity which had the advantage of being able to pump when the wind stalled. Google "western windmills pumps" or something similar and you can get tons of sites… [cont.]
Answered by andyg77 - Sun Apr 6 13:09:23 2008
How do you change a water pump on a 89 accord LXi?
Q. I am using the Haynes Manual, however the book shows it very simply. When i look in the engine, i have to remove three belts just to get to the water pump. Replacing the pump should be relatively straight forward. Getting to it is the problem. Reason why i want to change it, is because my car makes a rough knocking/gurgling sound when i accelerate or idle at a high rpm, and i think that my current water pump is clogged up and not allowing coolant to get through the engine block. Any suggestions out there?
Asked by Zone Defender - Thu Jul 27 15:50:02 2006 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. if you hear a knocking sound it might be the idler pulley, not the water pump. If it is the water pump it should have been replaced when you replace the timing belt at approx 55k miles. You have to remove the timimg belt to replace the water pump. It is a major repair bill if you have someone do it.
Answered by powerboy - Thu Jul 27 18:32:34 2006
Q. I am using the Haynes Manual, however the book shows it very simply. When i look in the engine, i have to remove three belts just to get to the water pump. Replacing the pump should be relatively straight forward. Getting to it is the problem. Reason why i want to change it, is because my car makes a rough knocking/gurgling sound when i accelerate or idle at a high rpm, and i think that my current water pump is clogged up and not allowing coolant to get through the engine block. Any suggestions out there?
Asked by Zone Defender - Thu Jul 27 15:50:02 2006 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. if you hear a knocking sound it might be the idler pulley, not the water pump. If it is the water pump it should have been replaced when you replace the timing belt at approx 55k miles. You have to remove the timimg belt to replace the water pump. It is a major repair bill if you have someone do it.
Answered by powerboy - Thu Jul 27 18:32:34 2006
Where can i get a petrol driven, fire fighting water pump that sucks water from a swimming pool?
Q. Does anyone have an idea of where i can buy a home fire fighting water pump?? I want to be able to use the swimming pool as a water reservoir in case of fire.. the pump is petrol driven, and sucks water from the pool to spray a house with .
Asked by busola h - Fri Oct 5 04:44:32 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. You don't need a Fire Dept. grade pump. You don't want to try and put out all the fires, just the one on your house or neighbors, right??? Take a look around at utility pumps. In the US(I realize you are not in the US) you can get a usable pump, hose and nozzle from either Northern Tool or Harbor Freight Tools. When my wife and I lived in the mountains, almost everyone of our neighbors had pumps, or old retired fire trucks. There was no fire deparment where we lived, and the forest service would take entirely to long to get there.
Answered by W_Howey - Fri Oct 5 21:44:41 2007
Q. Does anyone have an idea of where i can buy a home fire fighting water pump?? I want to be able to use the swimming pool as a water reservoir in case of fire.. the pump is petrol driven, and sucks water from the pool to spray a house with .
Asked by busola h - Fri Oct 5 04:44:32 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. You don't need a Fire Dept. grade pump. You don't want to try and put out all the fires, just the one on your house or neighbors, right??? Take a look around at utility pumps. In the US(I realize you are not in the US) you can get a usable pump, hose and nozzle from either Northern Tool or Harbor Freight Tools. When my wife and I lived in the mountains, almost everyone of our neighbors had pumps, or old retired fire trucks. There was no fire deparment where we lived, and the forest service would take entirely to long to get there.
Answered by W_Howey - Fri Oct 5 21:44:41 2007
How to remove the water pump on a 2001 Jeep Wrangler?
Q. My brother needs to replace the water pump on his 2001 Jeep Wrangler. It is a 4.0L 6 cylinder, no A/C. Anyone know where he can find a step-by-step guide, or could provide one? Or which repair manual would be the best to purchase? Even if he could just get the order to remove things in to get to the water pump that would be great. Thanks!
Asked by supercalifragiolistic - Mon May 19 14:50:46 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. WJ Water Pump Replacement 4.0L I6 If you are like me, then replacing a water pump doesn't sound like that much fun, but you would rather do it yourself than pay someone else to do it. Replacing the water pump on your WJ isn't going to be that hard, but a little help with the steps would probably be nice. This write up will hopefully give you some pointers that could save you some time in the long run and make things a little easier for you. 1) Diagnosis. First thing you probably have noticed is that puddle of antifreeze on the ground in the morning. Check your hoses first and try to determine where the leak is coming from. If it is indeed dripping down the front of the engine block, check your hoses on the water pump and thermostat… [cont.]
Answered by bob the mechanic - Mon May 19 15:20:04 2008
Q. My brother needs to replace the water pump on his 2001 Jeep Wrangler. It is a 4.0L 6 cylinder, no A/C. Anyone know where he can find a step-by-step guide, or could provide one? Or which repair manual would be the best to purchase? Even if he could just get the order to remove things in to get to the water pump that would be great. Thanks!
Asked by supercalifragiolistic - Mon May 19 14:50:46 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. WJ Water Pump Replacement 4.0L I6 If you are like me, then replacing a water pump doesn't sound like that much fun, but you would rather do it yourself than pay someone else to do it. Replacing the water pump on your WJ isn't going to be that hard, but a little help with the steps would probably be nice. This write up will hopefully give you some pointers that could save you some time in the long run and make things a little easier for you. 1) Diagnosis. First thing you probably have noticed is that puddle of antifreeze on the ground in the morning. Check your hoses first and try to determine where the leak is coming from. If it is indeed dripping down the front of the engine block, check your hoses on the water pump and thermostat… [cont.]
Answered by bob the mechanic - Mon May 19 15:20:04 2008
Can an automotive water pump be used to supply power in reverse?
Q. I'm wondering an automotive water pump can run in reverse if supplied with pressurized water. If it can, then I could hook up an alternator to its pulley and theoretically get power from it. I'm researching alternative energy and am brainstorming different options to pump water into a storage tank (by windmill most likely), then to take the power from it... be it a water wheel, water pump, whatever. If you know if the pump works in reverse, please let me know. Sorry, not interested in guesses! Thanks! There are some really good answers here, but i need to be a little more specific. I'm going to use this to power a cabin w/ no hookup nearby. I would like to use a large tank or pond (which i'd have to dig) on the top of the hill as a "battery [cont.]
Asked by JB - Fri May 11 00:19:07 2007 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Yes, a water pump will spin either direction. There is nothing stopping the hub from turning the opposite direction. If you go to an auto parts store and actually look at a pump, you can see for yourself.
Answered by srena - Fri May 11 00:28:22 2007
Q. I'm wondering an automotive water pump can run in reverse if supplied with pressurized water. If it can, then I could hook up an alternator to its pulley and theoretically get power from it. I'm researching alternative energy and am brainstorming different options to pump water into a storage tank (by windmill most likely), then to take the power from it... be it a water wheel, water pump, whatever. If you know if the pump works in reverse, please let me know. Sorry, not interested in guesses! Thanks! There are some really good answers here, but i need to be a little more specific. I'm going to use this to power a cabin w/ no hookup nearby. I would like to use a large tank or pond (which i'd have to dig) on the top of the hill as a "battery [cont.]
Asked by JB - Fri May 11 00:19:07 2007 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Yes, a water pump will spin either direction. There is nothing stopping the hub from turning the opposite direction. If you go to an auto parts store and actually look at a pump, you can see for yourself.
Answered by srena - Fri May 11 00:28:22 2007
How do you replace the water pump on a 1994 Pontiac Firebird?
Q. I have had an issue with my car overheating and replaced the water pump as of 9/23/05, but now I am getting the indication that the car is overheating again and I just can not afford to have the mechanic service it. I know the part is not expensive but the labor is just too much.
Asked by futballmagician - Wed Feb 15 22:56:00 2006 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
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Answered by supergwo - Fri Mar 17 23:54:59 2006
Q. I have had an issue with my car overheating and replaced the water pump as of 9/23/05, but now I am getting the indication that the car is overheating again and I just can not afford to have the mechanic service it. I know the part is not expensive but the labor is just too much.
Asked by futballmagician - Wed Feb 15 22:56:00 2006 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. These are the best answer links I know. Check them out and if you still need help feel free to Email me for help. - everything - 14 search engines - any question - diagrams,repair info,Look here - everything automotive - how stuff works - dictionary - mechanics Q & A - terms - automotive audio/video etc. - hard to find parts - directions & distance - basic car care - DIY resource - for car enthusiasts - fix anything - up to date auto news - old cars & definitions - automotive dictionary - automotive values Web search for Forums for your car, they are very helpful. Fereral, State, & Local governments have websites.
Answered by supergwo - Fri Mar 17 23:54:59 2006
where do i install a particulate filter for a water tank/water pump?
Q. i am installing a water pump and water tank. do i install a 5 micron filter before the pump or before the tank. the pump will be used to pump water from the tank to the house water main. water for the tank will come from regular city water. the water in our place is erratic so many people have installed tanks so they can have steady water pressure.
Asked by the_quiet_storm2 - Thu Mar 1 07:36:20 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Install between pump from the ground and the tank to protect the tank you should also install whole house filter after tank to protect appliances and water heater.
Answered by H W - Thu Mar 1 07:40:03 2007
Q. i am installing a water pump and water tank. do i install a 5 micron filter before the pump or before the tank. the pump will be used to pump water from the tank to the house water main. water for the tank will come from regular city water. the water in our place is erratic so many people have installed tanks so they can have steady water pressure.
Asked by the_quiet_storm2 - Thu Mar 1 07:36:20 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Install between pump from the ground and the tank to protect the tank you should also install whole house filter after tank to protect appliances and water heater.
Answered by H W - Thu Mar 1 07:40:03 2007
Our water pump quit working and I was wondering how to fix it?
Q. I went to turn on the water in the kitchen and nothing came out. Figured it had to be the water pump because I didn't hear it kick on. How do I either turn the water pump back on or reset it?? I have never dealt with a water pump before! Help ASAP!
Asked by lisa_jenson@sbcglobal.net - Wed Jul 4 22:40:40 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. You didn't say if it was above or below ground, so I will assume that we are talking above ground. First thing to do is check your circut breaker to be sure it is working properly and look for the reset button on the pump a volt meter will do this. Next check the regulator switch on the pump if this is bad it won't turn the pump off or on again use a volt meter. If this checks out then check the motor for power. You may have a loose connection or a short that is keeping it from working. By using a volt meter you will be able to track where the problem is. Another way to check to see if the motor is working is by disconnecting the wiring and wire the motor direct.
Answered by gonecrazytoday - Wed Jul 4 23:12:16 2007
Q. I went to turn on the water in the kitchen and nothing came out. Figured it had to be the water pump because I didn't hear it kick on. How do I either turn the water pump back on or reset it?? I have never dealt with a water pump before! Help ASAP!
Asked by lisa_jenson@sbcglobal.net - Wed Jul 4 22:40:40 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. You didn't say if it was above or below ground, so I will assume that we are talking above ground. First thing to do is check your circut breaker to be sure it is working properly and look for the reset button on the pump a volt meter will do this. Next check the regulator switch on the pump if this is bad it won't turn the pump off or on again use a volt meter. If this checks out then check the motor for power. You may have a loose connection or a short that is keeping it from working. By using a volt meter you will be able to track where the problem is. Another way to check to see if the motor is working is by disconnecting the wiring and wire the motor direct.
Answered by gonecrazytoday - Wed Jul 4 23:12:16 2007
What makes a fire pump (pumping water) different from water pumps either in design or in operation or others?
Q. I mean why do not one get a water pump and use it for fire fighting if the fluid to be pumped to extinguish the fire is water?
Asked by Einstein - Thu Oct 8 10:04:31 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. functionally there is no difference. Reliability and availability would be differentiating factors
Answered by AJV - Fri Oct 9 04:59:31 2009
Q. I mean why do not one get a water pump and use it for fire fighting if the fluid to be pumped to extinguish the fire is water?
Asked by Einstein - Thu Oct 8 10:04:31 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. functionally there is no difference. Reliability and availability would be differentiating factors
Answered by AJV - Fri Oct 9 04:59:31 2009
Want to know if my water pump is good or bad. How do I tell without doing all the labor to remove it?
Q. How do I check my water pump without pulling it?
Asked by AK - Thu Jun 12 12:47:50 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. 1) Noisy bearing 2) Loose bearing---Pulley wiggles around 3)Leaks water Any of these symptoms replace it...UJN
Answered by Uncle Jed - Thu Jun 12 12:58:13 2008
Q. How do I check my water pump without pulling it?
Asked by AK - Thu Jun 12 12:47:50 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. 1) Noisy bearing 2) Loose bearing---Pulley wiggles around 3)Leaks water Any of these symptoms replace it...UJN
Answered by Uncle Jed - Thu Jun 12 12:58:13 2008
Where can you buy a water pump?
Q. I'm not talking about for a car. Just the standard water pump for you house. Ours won't click on when it's supposed to. First we had to hit the tank itself, and now we have to tap the box on top (I'm assuming some sort of fuse box as there are wires coming out of it). It's getting ridiculous and I'm just ready to buy a new one, but I'm not sure where all you can buy one. We've discovered that for some reason, the switch won't do whatever (I failed basic electronics so bare with me, lol). The pump is about 15 years old and apparently it'll be cheaper and safer (and conserve more energy) to just buy a new one in the long run. And I promise I'm not getting near the wires or hitting it with anything but wood...if that helps at all. lol.… [cont.]
Asked by Suse - Thu Jan 4 17:47:26 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. It's time for a new pump, this is not an appliance that you want to worry about or cut corners with. I would recommend a plumbing supply house that has a little better quality pump. Zoeller makes a very reliable submersible, you won't have to worry for another 15 years.
Answered by champ2785 - Thu Jan 4 19:06:25 2007
Q. I'm not talking about for a car. Just the standard water pump for you house. Ours won't click on when it's supposed to. First we had to hit the tank itself, and now we have to tap the box on top (I'm assuming some sort of fuse box as there are wires coming out of it). It's getting ridiculous and I'm just ready to buy a new one, but I'm not sure where all you can buy one. We've discovered that for some reason, the switch won't do whatever (I failed basic electronics so bare with me, lol). The pump is about 15 years old and apparently it'll be cheaper and safer (and conserve more energy) to just buy a new one in the long run. And I promise I'm not getting near the wires or hitting it with anything but wood...if that helps at all. lol.… [cont.]
Asked by Suse - Thu Jan 4 17:47:26 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. It's time for a new pump, this is not an appliance that you want to worry about or cut corners with. I would recommend a plumbing supply house that has a little better quality pump. Zoeller makes a very reliable submersible, you won't have to worry for another 15 years.
Answered by champ2785 - Thu Jan 4 19:06:25 2007
What is the easiest way to replace a water pump in a 01 chevy cavalier?
Q. I have 100,008 miles on this car and just then water dumped out of my chevy like it was a flood! It slow leaks water when it's off and pours like the nile when it's idling. I am looking to know that the water pump is the right diagnosis, what tools are required to, and how to replace this part myself. Reason: Cause I'm trying to save on about $450.00 of labor. The part is only $23.00. :P Any helpful answer is appreciated, thanks.
Asked by 1337 - Tue Aug 8 07:11:44 2006 - - 5 Answers - 1 Comments
A. depends on the engine size.the small one takes a few hours and z engine takes almost 7 hours to do.
Answered by crazyfntony - Tue Aug 8 08:40:29 2006
Q. I have 100,008 miles on this car and just then water dumped out of my chevy like it was a flood! It slow leaks water when it's off and pours like the nile when it's idling. I am looking to know that the water pump is the right diagnosis, what tools are required to, and how to replace this part myself. Reason: Cause I'm trying to save on about $450.00 of labor. The part is only $23.00. :P Any helpful answer is appreciated, thanks.
Asked by 1337 - Tue Aug 8 07:11:44 2006 - - 5 Answers - 1 Comments
A. depends on the engine size.the small one takes a few hours and z engine takes almost 7 hours to do.
Answered by crazyfntony - Tue Aug 8 08:40:29 2006
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