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    water pump replacement DIY

    in DIY Articles - Boxster (986) - Common Fixes and Repairs

    Posted · Edited by Rick911

    Pictures of 2 pumps with problems

    By chance I was talking to a mechanic a few days ago about the use of a plastic vs. metal impeller, since it appears aftermarket pumps have a metal impeller.

    This mechanic works at a dealership so he has never seen a metal impeller pump on a Boxster, as that is not what Porsche uses or sells.

    He did say that VW use to use a metal impeller and when the bearings failed the impeller would grind away at the aluminum engine case, and perhaps that is why Porsche uses plastic.

    Most of the broken larger pieces of the plastic impeller should be right behind the pump when you remove it. The smaller pieces are bye-bye, and your engine is not taken apart to find them.

    Tool Pants,

    Based on the fact that the OEM Porsche part uses a plastic one instead of a metal one incase it explodes and rubs on the engine case, would it be better to purchase the Porsche OEM part over an aftermarket one? I need to replace mine and I have found several brands ranging from $98.00 cheap - OEM Porsche $315.00 - AC-Delco $545. Is there any to stay away from?

    Thanks

    Rick

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