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Originally Posted by Trailwanderer
Right... So I'm new to Model A's and find this thread interesting... Mostly because I just bought a '29 (first ever) and the water pump is leaking... VERY slowly, maybe a drip every 20 seconds... Am I to gather this is a regular occurrence? Thanks!
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Not normal at all. I rebuilt my water pump over 10 years ago and built it exactly as original with lead packing rings. It never leaked a drop in all those years and I only checked the packing nut a couple times and greased it about once a year. Be sure to pack grease around the lead packing rings as you install them and also use a new shaft or make sure your shaft is in perfect condition.
This is how I always rebuild water pumps, but starting last year I also use the rear bushing with a seal in the rear. This will make sure the grease and antifreeze don't mix.
