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Water Pump Rebuild

Posted: 3/19/15 3:34pm Message 1 of 4
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Gig Harbor, WA - USA
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Vette(s): 1973 L82 4 Speed Coupe - Very original, well documented driver/survivor. 2016 Bend Regional NCRS Top Flight.
So my original WP dated Nov. 2nd, '72 is back from rebuild. Works nice and smooth, and has just enough of the original finish to match the rest of the engine.



Now it's time for the correct GM radiator and heater hoses. 

I haven't purchased anything from Blair's yet but see they have what looks to be a complete hose/clamp set available for my '73. Has anyone ever purchased their hoses from Blair's ?? 

Looking for some feedback on the quality of their reproductions.

Thanks,
John



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Re: Water Pump Rebuild

Posted: 3/19/15 4:52pm Message 2 of 4
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Vette(s): 1981 Blue Ice Met. w/pearl ghost flames TKO500 5speed. LS1 Swap 3.45 Dana 44.
John, Bair's Corvettes does restorations in their shop. I stopped into see Brian Bair last fall. It was part of a recon mission in preparation for this years C3VR Gathering.
I was given a tour of his shop. I got to see his vast inventory of parts. Brian will not sell anything that he would not use on a restoration. They are a reputable company to deal with. And I'm not just saying this because he is a Supporting Vendor.

If you do decide to buy from them, mention you are a member here at C3VR.






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Re: Water Pump Rebuild

Posted: 3/19/15 8:09pm Message 3 of 4
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Vette(s): 1980. Black with T-Tops.
Vman73 said: So my original WP dated Nov. 2nd, '72 is back from rebuild. Works nice and smooth, and has just enough of the original finish to match the rest of the engine.



Now it's time for the correct GM radiator and heater hoses. 

I haven't purchased anything from Blair's yet but see they have what looks to be a complete hose/clamp set available for my '73. Has anyone ever purchased their hoses from Blair's ?? 

Looking for some feedback on the quality of their reproductions.

Thanks,
John



I am by no means an expert nor do I have extensive experience ordering parts from the Corvette suppliers. However my first experience trying to order a seal kit for my T tops and doors for one of the larger catalog companies was the most miserable customer service experience I had since the interior door fiasco I had with Lowes home improvement. however, my experience with bears has been completely different and no problems whatsoever. I got a t-top and door seals kit parts came immaculate condition... Great service over the phone... Love it when I talk to the actual owner when I am ordering something. I just recently got a new hose kit for my vacuum system and a handle for my retractable cargo cover....same experience, parts are in perfect condition customer service is fantastic delivery was on time and prices were very reasonable. Bair's is the place for me as of now....


Re: Water Pump Rebuild

Posted: 3/19/15 9:23pm Message 4 of 4
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Hey guys, thanks for the feedback. I'll give Blair's a try !!


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