Water Pumps are now more essential than ever for the smooth and effective operation of modern engines and thanks to the Gates PowerGrip Kit Plus Water Pump concept, replacement of these vital components has been made much easier.
The water pump is a vital part of a vehicle’s cooling system, delivering a continuous flow of coolant through the radiator and through the engine. The average water pump handles 1.7 million litres of coolant for every 100,000 km of driving, meaning pumps have to work very hard.
Many water pumps are driven by the timing belt and if the pump fails, coolant can leak and contaminate the belt. Long-term coolant contamination will eventually lead to premature timing belt failure and this is one of the reasons why Gates recommends replacing the timing belt driven water pump, while servicing the timing belt and other drive components. This type of best practice preventative maintenance will also prove more economical for the motorist in the long run.
The Gates PowerGrip Kit Plus Water Pump concept, gives garages all the elements necessary for a complete overhaul of the timing belt and pump in one convenient package. Each kit is designed for a specific application and includes;
- timing belt(s)
- idler(s)
- belt tensioner unit(s)
- other parts needed for a complete overhaul (bolts, springs, etc.)
- installation instructions
- mileage sticker
- application-specific water pump
- seals and gaskets when necessary
All of the components supplied is original quality with water pumps designed for high efficiency and long durability. These pumps are engineered to meet OE specifications for look, fit and performance and are factory tested to OE pressures to ensure optimum efficiency.
The convenience of the all in one package means there is no need to order loose parts as all the metal components, timing belt, water pump, and installation instructions come in one handy and compact Gates package, fit for the application. The OE specs also means the parts perfectly fit the application everytime.
These kits represent the best way to guarantee customers a reliable timing belt drive system and water pump repair, while combining the jobs is far more time efficient for the workshop and customer.
The Gates PowerGrip Kit Plus Water Pump range is continuously expanding, with new references being added on a regular basis. These kits are available from stockists nationwide and are distributed throughout Ireland by Component Distributors.
