How many water pumps has your 986 been through?

[Perfectlap]

Originally Posted by shadrach74

Coolent light blink has nothing to do with your pump, only coolent level. I realize your pump was leaking, but if your going to drive a car with a leaky WP anyway, there's no reason to flatbed it, just add a big gulp cup full of water to the res... Make sure the gauge stays in the normal range though. Escalating temps are a reason to stop.

I assumed the waterpump failed completely from the smoke that was pouring out of the side. I think it made a last death sound too. I didn't even think to check the coolant level at that point, I just called for the tow. I was even hesitant to start the engine (to drive it off the last few feet of the flatbled) until the car had been shut down for a good 45 minutes in the cold winter temps. Oddly enough until very recently I always kept a gallon of distilled water in the rear trunk...

[WhipE350]

I changed mine for the heck of it at 55k miles, the original was just fine. Clearly from what I'm reading from others they STILL have quality control problems with these pumps. I don't get it, you would think they would find a better manufacturer.