Water Pump, Help me

[Bruce Wayne]

Originally Posted by Alex29

Hi, my name is Alex, I am new on the forum, I have a 2001 Porsche Boxster S and today, after hearing a loud noise, a friend checked my car and bad news, the water pump leaked and the pump was broken, with smoke on the pulley ... So no more car, perfect

I checked with 3 mechanics and their prices: between $800 and $900...
It's too expensive, and I just changed the convertible top ($1700) so less money for the water pump would be better !!

I find this Kit on Pelican Parts ($317.25), on the top of the link
Porsche Boxster (1997-2004) - Water Pump, Thermostat & Hoses - Page 1

What do you think about it??? The rating for the parts is very good

I don't know if there is a big difference between this brand and the genuine porsche?

Is Pierburg a good brand?

Can you help me please?

Thank you very much

water pump is easy to change. if a little fiddly. Pedro has a walkthrough

Replace Water Pump

I didn't remove the engine mount, but pulled the seats and replaced through the inspection panel rather than from underneath. replace the serpentine belt as well.

And if the pump you order has a plastic impeller send it back get one with a metal impeller.

[Frodo]

Originally Posted by Bruce Wayne

And if the pump you order has a plastic impeller send it back get one with a metal impeller.

...not necessarily good advice. Do your research.

[NewArt]

Nearly everyone in the know has advised against metal impellers!

[Bruce Wayne]

Originally Posted by Frodo

...not necessarily good advice. Do your research.

yes correct.. my bad the metal impeller is on the range rovers.. i think its composite not plastic on the 986 IIRC

though as an aside, the coolant is 5 year life, and for the cost of a water pump gasket, it's worth giving it a check with the coolant change