My 47' with a 216 circa 1942 has a squeaky Water pump now. My buddy says there may be a way just to lube it. Does anyone know about this? Also if I must replace the pump is the one from a 1942 216 the same as a 1947? I would imagine the bolt holes would line up....but maybe not the belts Thanks Flashlight
Waterpump repair ! Good day Flashlight! The old 216 waterpump might have the thread for the grease yerk. I had one like that aswell. If not its easy to tap one to fit a stock yerk. It might be that your belt is to tight aswell and that it makes the bearing sounding squeaky. If the bearing has wear you could replace it with a new one wich is an easy job to do really , press some good oil in it before install not grease. I remember seeing that the older pump housing has a bit different look then the newer ones but i am shore they will fit both.Wish you all the best Martinius.
According to the parts manual, '41-'52 used the same pump. http://chevy.oldcarmanualproject.com/1929_54chevyparts/01/119.HTM Note: There is a fifty cent core charge if you don't have an exchange!
The same pump was used on the 216 motors from 1937-1953. If it is squeeling....There are ways to get penetrating oil into the bearing to quiet it down but... it will only be a temporary fix. If it is making noise... it is letting you know you need to start searching for a new pump.
Squeaky Water Pumps What Joe said ~ I won't even explain how to lube it because when it goes (not if) , it'll ruin the radiator . If you're an originality nut , your local NAPA Store can have yours rebuilt .
