I'm having some work done to my Mini and need some help picking out a water pump. I want to replace the original with one of the metal units and am looking at one made by GRAF. I remember reading about one of the metal units that had a shaft that was a little too long and had to be modified so I would like to stay away from that brand. Of course I don't remember which or I wouldn't be asking the question. I have used the search function to no avail. I would appreciate hearing your experience with a certain brand and about reliability if possible. I'm having a new T-stat, water pump, DT turbo oil lines and a new suspension done at the same time and don't want any more hang-ups than necessary. Thanks in advance for any help. :fingerscrossed:
If it was me and you have not had any problems just stick with a new OEM one because it fits and it works. just my $.02
Pretty sure the OEM switched to all metal....early ones had a few issues..hense the switch...I would HOPE all the copies switched over by now... I remember reading the same post at done point.... Me.....I would return a new part that did not fit rather that modify it... Think the ecs website (maybe it was pelican)showed all but the cheapest unit had a metal impeller (last time I got board and was looking around).....guess there will always be that lowest price at any cost parts buyer....
Both the Graf and Hepu water pumps have shafts that are longer than OEM, making them difficult to get installed. As noted above, MINI finally switched to a metal housing for the OEM water pumps. They are a little more expensive than the aftermarket brands, but I would definitely go with the OEM now that they switched to metal.
^^^^ As Yoda would say " Water pump you seek, here above you have. Buy you must, and installed you can have " :lol:
I want to thank everyone for their input. I didn't know Mini had gone to a metal unit until you guys answered my question. That's the route I'm taking. The info is much appreciated. jcauseyfd: I'm having Chris at Euro Motors do the work. He gave me an excellent price for all the work, including our THMMC discount.:cornut: