Water pump

[Jason97GS-T]

I just recently purchased this 1997 GST with 63,000 miles on it. The previous owner only replaced the timing belt. Is it extremly nesseccary to replace the water pump? And if so why? I know that if it goes out my car will over heat, but I dont drive the car alot. And you know the saying "if it aint broke dont fix it" Can I apply this to the water pump? Thanks for any comments.

Jason

And please dont say "JUST CHANGE IT" please give a reason why thanks

 

[JNperformance]

It comes with the gasket and I think it comes with the o-ring for the hard line. So yes it will come with everything.

Edit: It does come with the ring. It is in the picture also.

 

[Jason97GS-T]

yes it will come with everything.

Thank you

Now I just need to know if I need to rip the engine apart to get to the balance belt and auto tensioner.

 

[JNperformance]

Thank you

Now I just need to know if I need to rip the engine apart to get to the balance belt and auto tensioner.

Go to vfaq.com and look at the timing belt install page. You will need a special tool or make one that holds the tensioner arm in the correct spot. You can make it with the battery long bolt and thread it.