[nightheart]

I never did a waterpump on my car yet, so I'm sure it will take me a lot longer than an extra 20 minutes, ha. I did change out the thermostat, rad fan switch, and the head gasket at different times, so I have the draining thing pretty much down, and yes it it isn't fun.

As for what pump I was considering, I emailed Zim's a few months ago about the different pumps they have. Their new pump is made by URO parts. That being said the person I talked to (name escapes me now) that URO parts has worked with Zims to increase the quality of their new pumps and they actually recommended the new ones vs the rebuilt ones. Zims are picky as to what can be accepted for a core exchange, and with the new one there isn't this hassle, was really the only justification. Something like 70 URO pumps sold in the last few years with zero returns or complaints, so I'm leaning towards a Zims pump, either rebuilt or new URO one.

Back on topic, I'll probably let it slide this time and skip the pump. I retentioned the belts last month (wanted to try out the arnworx tensioning tool) and checked the rollers. The car is going for safety/emissions testing next week, and everything is on hold till I make sure there isn't something to keep me from passing that I missed.

Thanks for the input guys.