Water Pump: Transfer from Old to New Engine?

[Meir]

Originally Posted by Cbonilla

Haven't made up my mind yet, but I am sure of a few things

With unknown history on the "new" pump it will get replaced
I am risk averse, so if I replace it with new it will be an OEM part

Will it be obvious looking at the engine if the pump has been already replaced at some point in its life?

usually if the pump was replaced, the gasket is going to be cut in the center.
read this article to better understand:

Porsche Boxster Water Pump and Thermostat Replacement - 986 / 987 (1997-08) - Pelican Parts Technical Article

focus on figure 3

[Cbonilla]

Originally Posted by Meir

usually if the pump was replaced, the gasket is going to be cut in the center.
read this article to better understand:

Porsche Boxster Water Pump and Thermostat Replacement - 986 / 987 (1997-08) - Pelican Parts Technical Article

focus on figure 3

Thanks, I'll inspect the engine when it comes in