Water Pump retrofit to different style

[SS MAYFLOAT]

Presently I have a Sherwood pump that is belt driven on my V-8-350 Volvo/CrissCraft. <br /><br />Is it possible to bolt directly to my existing crank/vibration dampner for the pump that is driven off the crankshaft? Or will I need to change to a different dampner?<br /><br />Thanks SS

 

[Bondo]

Re: Water Pump retrofit to different style

That Should be a standard Chevy bolt pattern... Not Volvo...<br />Just Guessing.... It Should bolt right Up...

 

[dick]

Re: Water Pump retrofit to different style

Not a problem.Just need some longer bolts.

 

[SS MAYFLOAT]

Re: Water Pump retrofit to different style

Thanks.<br /><br />Have always worried somewhat about breaking/loosing the belt off the raw water pump. Seems like the crank driven one would be more reliable. One less item to fail.....SS<br /><br />Going to start looking for one. Of course I'm going to check with iboats first! .....SS

 

[rodbolt]

Re: Water Pump retrofit to different style

Herllo<br /> yes it is a straight forward easy conversion. you will need the pump,the bolts the hoses and the bracket that prevents the pump from spinning. volvo has done it both ways over the years. 2 versions of the crank shaft driven and then a belt driven. I am with you. I see way to many repair jobs because the drive belt was neglected.<br /> good luck and keep posting

 

[Bondo]

Re: Water Pump retrofit to different style

I'd Think a Much Cheaper, Much Easier way to find peace of mind would be Change the Impeller,And the Belt Every Year......And carry Spares....<br />The pumps you're looking for are NOT Inexpensive......

 

[SS MAYFLOAT]

Re: Water Pump retrofit to different style

Bondo, thanks for your concerns, I have been doing that for the last three years. I find that every year I'm not as flexible as I once was. It is a royal pain to get to the pump let alone to do the things a person needs to just to tighten the belt.<br /><br />I know the pump is expensive, but being crank driven provides some self confidence that I don't need to worry about the belt popping off or breaking. Too much money invested already, some more for this will be like a better insurance plan.<br /><br />Thanks again.....SS