[Yellowb1rd]

Nothing good can come out of trying to cheap out by putting off the replacing of the waterpump. As the last post mentions, a seized shaft will tear up the timing belt in short order, and I don't think I'd want to deal with worrying about being stranded because I needed to shut off my motor - waiting for WARNING in the form of leaking fluid and high temperatures. Why take the chance? Since the timing belt is off, it's pretty easy to replace the waterpump anyway. The only issue is cost, but it's probably a good idea to pay on the front end as opposed to paying more in time and money on the back end. Consider it insurance, and insurance pays off when you need it. Also, insurance gives you piece of mind. You're paying a little extra time and money to not have to worry about being stranded, and damaging your expensive piece of machinery. This is what owning a Porsche is all about. We all had to be willing to make these decisions when we bought ownership into these fine vehicles. If you can't realize that, then it's time to buy a Ford or Toyota. It's just a no brainer.