water pump for stock 1976 302

[pbets756]

Im down to putting the water pump on my stock overhauled 302. Looking for suggestions on what is the best one out there? Is there a superior one or should I just go to the local parts supplier for one. thanks paul

 

[blubuckaroo]

I like to go to a good part store like NAPA or CARQUEST. Or better yet, find out where the local repair shops get their parts. They hate come-backs.

 

[metal1]

Stewart water pumps are right up there as the best and there matching balanced flow thermostat it is a great combo

 

[Dannyboy71]

How about this one http://www.wildhorses4x4.com/product/FlowKooler_water_pump

 

[Digger556]

Im down to putting the water pump on my stock overhauled 302. Looking for suggestions on what is the best one out there? Is there a superior one or should I just go to the local parts supplier for one. thanks paul

I don't care for most parts store parts anymore. Most of the stuff is low quality, because people are cheap and that is what moves. I ordered this pump
https://www.amazon.com/GMB-125-1420P-High-Performance-Water/dp/B000JYWVEA
from Amazon for my mild 351 build (370HP/440torque). The only reason was that is was the same pump that came with the engine, and it worked extremely well. I will say that the original unit had "Japan" cast into the front and the replacement doesn't, which likely means China, but it it works well. No cooling issues at all.

 

[BroncoJimbo]

I've always used Brassworks WaterKooler pumps on my fords. They cool great, last forever and don't rust. I used to haul dirtbikes, a weeks worth of gear, people and giant Malamute across the desert and never had a cooling issue.