95 4R 6Cyl water Pump and Noise!

[NorCalDave]

Another Water Pump!

Is it normal to have to have the water pump replaced three times within 155k.

I have '95 6cycl.

water pump replaced March2001 at 94k
water pump replaced Dec. 2005 at 132k
now it is at 155k..

Is this a symptom of bigger issue?

The reason I have the truck into a mechanic was for an engine noise that happens when the engine is cold. Then it goes away after a minute or so.

He thought it was a computer sensor vacuum line thing, but changed his mind.
Now he wants to replace water pump and do timing belt.

Do I really need to replace timing belt again, within 60k of the first replacement.?
Will it hurt engine if it goes out while driving?
I heard not. ,...cost more to replace if it breaks?

MONEY IS SO TIGHT!

I need some relief. Just paid $300 to replace power steering fluid pump. It needed it.

PLEASE Help me! I need sound advice.

Peace,

Dave

 

[CJ3Flyr]

If I'm reading this properly then the belt and water pump shouldn't be necessary unless someone screwed up at 132k.

The water pump is driven by the timing belt. At 132k when they installed the water pump they should've installed a new timing belt as well. That would mean it's due at 192k. Perhaps the tensioner is making some noise and that's why he wants to get into the timing belt. If that's the case I'd let them replace the belt & tensioner but I'd pass on the water pump if money is tight.

Considering it's at 155k you'll do another belt at 205k. That'll make the water pump 73k old. The water pump is good for 120-150k in most cases.

:cheers: