Jump to content

70 ss454 Questions


Joselk1

Recommended Posts

I need to replace my water pump on my original SS 454.  Any suggestions? Do people look for date coded, rebuilt water pumps? I need a clutch for the fan as well. Doesn’t have the correct quadrjet and could use a rebuild so I’d like to find an original that’s rebuilt. 
 

‘Thanks 

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Unless you plan on restoring your car to concourse judging standards or are a stickler for numbers I would, and have purchased an aftermarket aluminum high flow water pump and painted it engine color. No one is the wiser.

As far as a replacement clutch for yours, same thoughts there also. I also recommend a heavy duty clutch with the spring in the center. 

Can't help you with the carb though. Check eBay. 

  • Like 3
Link to comment
Share on other sites

I’m a numbers guy for what I’m doing. The numbers correct parts are tough to find but they are out there. It really depends on what you’re planning for the car. Your water pump, if original, can be sent out and rebuilt. Most likely on the carb a rebuilt ready to go is going to be really tough but you can find a complete unit and then send it out to be restored. That’s going to be easier. 

  • Like 5
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Like the others have said it depends on what your plans are for the car. If your going for the dated stuff look to see when your engine was built so it gives you a idea on what date coded parts to look for. The correct dates and part number part can get expensive if you find them.

  • Like 2
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Join the conversation

You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.

Guest
Reply to this topic...

×   Pasted as rich text.   Paste as plain text instead

  Only 75 emoji are allowed.

×   Your link has been automatically embedded.   Display as a link instead

×   Your previous content has been restored.   Clear editor

×   You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL.

×
×
  • Create New...