Innovation and Advancement with Water Pump Mount Gasket

Posted by Partsavatar on October 6th, 2016

If the cooling system of a car is not able to dissipate the overall generated heat, then it can cause a fire or damage the engine components permanently. That is why the cooling system of a vehicle is a highly important part of the vehicle. A cooling system of any vehicle consists of a water pump that is responsible for engine cool down. It does not matter if you are purchasing a new car or building a car from scratch, water pump matters a lot.

Apart from the water pump, there is another important component of the cooling system, and that is the mounting gasket of the water pump. So many times you can notice that the functioning of the water pump is immensely affected by the condition of the mounting gasket. Gasket plays an important role in the cooling as it separates the engine and water pump. It fills up the empty space and without it, the coolant will start to leak and cause engine overheat. It also keeps the contaminants like oil and dirt to enter the water pump. A damaged mounting gasket can also cause water leakage in oil compartment. Water pump mounting gasket in many shapes and materials depending on the water pump and vehicle type.

The water pump mounting gasket can be damaged because of corrosion or usage beyond its lifespan. Damage to this small component can cause the whole cooling system to break down and also damage to the engine. Water pump gaskets come preinstalled in new vehicles, but if you are buying a used vehicle, then you should certainly check its condition. If you are looking to replace it by yourself, then you can consider using a sealant with it. Mounting gasket sealants come in many varieties depending on the function you want them to perform.

The choice of the sealant depends on the material of the gasket and choosing the wrong sealant can damage the gasket. Mounting gaskets are generally made from paper, felt and metal. Each is installed on the basis of the water pump and vehicle type. The primary function of sealant is to protect the gasket from corrosion and increase its life. Gasket sealants also vary according to the gaskets. There are generally copper sealants, silicone sealants, anaerobic sealants and fast drying or hardening sealants available in the market. You should choose the sealant only after consulting your mechanic or an expert.

The sealant evolves the gasket and increases its lifespan significantly. However, some experts also suggest installing the gasket without the sealant but that depends on your personal choice too as new cars do not have a sealant applies on their water pump mounting gaskets, but their gaskets also are way better than the ones available in the local market.

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