Most quick water pump failures can be directly traced back to improper fan belt tension .

When running any engine sans fans belts to ascertain noises, be SURE to turn the heater FULL ON as hot spots can occur very quickly and spoil your day .

Glad it wasn't a vacuum pump failing .

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-Nate
1982 240D 408,XXX miles
Ignorance is the mother of suspicion and fear is the father

I did then what I knew how to do ~ now that I know better I do better