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MG TD TF 1500 - Water pump re-do

Before I get to ripping into it, is this a truly servicable part with a high rate of success, or should I just buy a new one?

Moss... other's?
MAndrus

IMHO, you can't beat sending it to Butch Taras to have him rebuild it for you. Bud
Bud Krueger

Butch Taras,
3733 Fourth Ave.

Glendale, CA. 91214

USA

Telephone / Fax +1 818-249-9031

mgyowner@yahoo.com

Thanks, I'll call him Monday. I'd rather keep to the original parts when I can.

http://www.mg-cars.org.uk/imgytr/stores/taras.shtml
MAndrus

Mitch, as you've probably worked out I'm not a big fan of a lot of replacement parts, so do it up is my recommendation. Butch is no doubt a whiz with water pumps & I've found him very helpful. It isn't that difficult though to refurbish the original late TD/TF pump (24433) yourself. For less than $40, just replacing the seal & the bearings should get you another 100,000 or so miles. I use a seal from a washing machine & I also remove the shield from the opposing faces of the two bearings so that the grease nipple can still be used. If you promise not to circulate or publish it I can send you a copyrighted 'how to' set of instructions. Cheers
Peter TD 5801
P Hehir

Peter,

Can I please get a copy on my gmail,com address: vdveery5888, ehanks in advance.

Willem
Willem van der Veer

P Lehir.
Could you let me know the number on the washing machine seal please.
Sandy--
esane---at MSN dot com
Sandy Saunders

Sandy you have mail. The L above should be a H. Cheers
Peter TD 5801
P Hehir

Peter,
Would you mind to send the information to me? I promise not to share it!
I have some overheating problems that could be caused by a new pump providing insufficient flow rate. I thought of improving the unit using some impeller from a modern engine to increase the flow rate ant even the efficiency.
Your instructions will be of help.
Thanks in advance.
Jesús
J Benajes

Jesus you have mail. Cheers
Peter TD 5801
P Hehir

See 'Original TF Water Pump Seal' in the archives for info on the seal. Bud
Bud Krueger

Peter, I hear ya on the benchwork DIY. There are some things I used to relish, but I've restored 9 cars from Model T's to the MGA this year.

At 60, I find getting tangled up in the small parts frustrating time-wise and I would rather accomplish a few things at the same time.

The engine rebuild, harness, seats, frt susp., etc., will be plenty to keep me busy.

AND..... I am eager to support those who support our hobby. So, send out the water pump? Easy decision.
MAndrus

Peter, would you mind sending me a copy of the how to instructions.

Thanks

Tim
TD12524
TW Burchfield

Butch rebuilt my water pump and installed an improved bronze impeller.
Sandy
smb brainsky

Tim you have mail. Mitch if Butch wasn't on the other side of the world & I had more money than I have time, I'd also have used his services. Shipping to & from the States is a deal breaker for me though especially when you consider the present exchange rate. I'm happy to share the knowledge I've gained & help others who continue to help us all. Cheers
Peter TD 5801
P Hehir

Nothing negative about Butch's quality. He is doing one for me as my spare but if you have a lead time shorter then four months well you may think twice.

I installed the moss water pump and it too has the bronze guide. Works great.

I was totally impressed that you resorted 9 cars this year ranging from a T to MGA. At that rate you may need to go the Moss.

JWP Policastro

JWP, funny. I don't need much sleep.
MAndrus

MAndrus, N Carolina: "but I've restored 9 cars from Model T's to the MGA this year".

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It has taken me several years to restore one car. Always knew I was slow; just didn't know how slow until now. :-(

Currently waiting for a Butch Taras water pump.


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WHTroyer

Peter,
I am dusting off my original stored TF water pump for a rebuild. Would you mind forwarding me your how to instructions?
Brett
BEW Brett Wright

Hi Brett. You have mail. Cheers
Peter TD 5801
P Hehir

Peter:
Would you please send me your water pump refurbish info (it will remain private). I have my water pump that I have a NOS seal for but it has some age cracks. I would like to refurbish this original pump on my project. It is a 50 TD engine going into a 54 TF.
Many thanks
Rod Murray
Rodney G Murray

Thanks for the nice comments Rod. Cheers
Peter TD 5801
P Hehir

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