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PKRWUD · 09-15-2002, 07:20 AM

LOL! It depends on which side of the parts counter you're standing, Rev!

Moroso makes 7 different completely electric water pumps. 3 for Chevy, 2 for Mopar, and 2 for Ford (289-351W & 429-460). They claim it "improves cooling efficiency during all driving conditions, especially while idling", and that it's "Clear anodized 6061-T6 billet aluminum pump housing and impeller and blue powder coated outer case will provide years of dependable, rust-free operation". There are no restrictions or recommendations regarding highway use versus racing. BUT, two pages over, they have electric water pump drive units, which are little 12 volt electric motors that drive, via a belt, a stock style water pump. These, however, are clearly marked "For Drag Racing applications only".

So, you want to be even MORE special than you are now??? Go get one.

Would I? Not for a vehicle I'm driving any farther than across town, twice a month, if someone else pays.

Electric fans are far more hype than anything else. A clutch fan only draws power away from the engine when the radiator is it's hottestg, which is at idle. Who cares if you're missing 3 horsepower in McDonalds drive through, or while going cruising on Main Street?

Take care,
~Chris

09-15-2002, 07:20 AM	#8
PKRWUD Junior Member Join Date: Mar 1999 Location: Ventura, California Posts: 8,981	LOL! It depends on which side of the parts counter you're standing, Rev! Moroso makes 7 different completely electric water pumps. 3 for Chevy, 2 for Mopar, and 2 for Ford (289-351W & 429-460). They claim it "improves cooling efficiency during all driving conditions, especially while idling", and that it's "Clear anodized 6061-T6 billet aluminum pump housing and impeller and blue powder coated outer case will provide years of dependable, rust-free operation". There are no restrictions or recommendations regarding highway use versus racing. BUT, two pages over, they have electric water pump drive units, which are little 12 volt electric motors that drive, via a belt, a stock style water pump. These, however, are clearly marked "For Drag Racing applications only". So, you want to be even MORE special than you are now??? Go get one. Would I? Not for a vehicle I'm driving any farther than across town, twice a month, if someone else pays. Electric fans are far more hype than anything else. A clutch fan only draws power away from the engine when the radiator is it's hottestg, which is at idle. Who cares if you're missing 3 horsepower in McDonalds drive through, or while going cruising on Main Street? Take care, ~Chris __________________ Webmaster: Rice Haters Club Jim Porter Racing Peckerwoods Pit Stop Support Your Local RED & WHITE!