Posts Tagged ‘water pump’
5 Tips For Reducing Water Pump Repair Comebacks
Nobody on earth likes comebacks. A comeback is a lose-lose situation because: Customers don’t want to go through the hassle of bringing their car back to the shop Shop managers are reluctant to deal with upset customers Technicians don’t like to redo the work on a vehicle The tech and the shop lose revenue Unfortunately,…
Read MoreWhy Periodic U-Joint and Water Pump Replacements Are So Important For Fleets
Regular maintenance is an important part of managing a fleet. When you hear “regular maintenance”, you may think of oil changes, tire changes, and other basic jobs. There are actually other components that should see regular inspections and maintenance. These parts include u-joints and water pumps.
Read MoreWater Pumps 101 – What You Need To Know
As an extension of GMB’s commitment to high-quality water pumps, we have produced a variety of content for DIYers, installers, and service advisors to reference and share with customers as needed. It’s our hope that these materials give you a better understanding of the GMB water pumps you’re working with and can help you troubleshoot more…
Read MoreWhat Your Customers Need To Know About Water Pump Replacement in EVs
“Your water pump needs replacing” is something all Electric Vehicle (EV) owners will hear sooner or later. That statement may not make sense to everyone, though. Some customers may not know what a water pump is and how it works. Others may be surprised that electric vehicles even have water pumps.
Read MoreDo Water-Pump Lubricants Really Work?
This article was originally published on Counterman.com While some additives can be good for your cooling system, not all additives are. There are some additives that are just snake oil. A good example would be additives that claim “water pump lubrication” as a benefit.
Read MoreDiesel Engines Need Coolant System Maintenance More Often Than Gas Engines – Here’s Why
Did you know that diesel engines need cooling system maintenance more often than gas engines? The coolant in diesel engines needs to be replaced every 2 years (or 30,000 miles), while the coolant in gas engines needs to be replaced only every five years. Why is that? Diesel Engines are More Demanding Diesel engines run…
Read More4 Tips To Make Sure a Timing Belt and Water Pump Replacement Goes Smoothly
No one enjoys doing the same job twice, but this is especially true of timing belt and water pump replacements. If a timing belt and water pump replacement isn’t done correctly, one of these parts will fail. That means you would have to go into the engine again and replace one of these parts (or…
Read MoreCommon Questions Consumers Have About Coolant (And Answers)
Did you know that coolant is one of the most ignored fluids in a car? Even though coolant is supposed to be maintained and replaced regularly, a lot of drivers don’t pay attention to the coolant in their cars for years.
Read MoreOEM vs Aftermarket Water Pumps – Sometimes, They’re The Same
Here’s a fun fact: most OEM parts are actually aftermarket brand parts with the automaker’s brand added. Generally, OEM parts aren’t produced by the automaker itself but rather by a contract manufacturer. For example, we (GMB) are an aftermarket brand, but major automakers all over the world hire us to manufacture OEM water pumps. In…
Read More5 Things You Need to Know About Water Pumps
The water pump plays an important role in a vehicle’s cooling system. Without a healthy water pump, the engine will overheat. That’s why it’s always important to know a thing or two about water pumps. Below is a list of five facts you need to know about water pumps.
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