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Old 09-25-2015, 06:58 AM   #13
JayG
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Originally Posted by jdlmodelt View Post
when i do my pump, i probably won't use any of the snob parts listed in this post. I put a $75 starter in two months ago, I put $215 ceramic pads and drilled/slotted rotors a year ago. I don't expect them to perform any less than factory. I might be wrong. but then again, i might be right.
A starter won't grenade the engine
pads and rotors won't grenade the engine, though the do effect stopping ability
yes, other coolant can be used safely

a bad or failing or cheap water pump can cause lots of damage. Is saving maybe $100 worth it?

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