water pump drip

[Paul B]

1950's Gray Marine with the fresh water pump uppermost. The pump is dripping a steady stream of salt water. What's the problem and how do I fix it?

Also, for the first time in my recent ownership I saw some antifreeze in the pan. This was after banging around to loosen the stuffing box. Besides a loose hose clamp, anything else I should be looking for?

[Bob Smalser]

Raw water cooled? What has antifreeze in it?

Ya don't say where the pump is leaking, but likely the bushing is worn out and the pump needs a rebuild...new bushing pressed in to match the shaft.

You can buy a rebuilt one from a GM parts supplier or send yours in to have it redone...lotsa companies available...here's one:

http://www.atrebuilders.com/door/

[ 09-20-2003, 06:12 PM: Message edited by: Bob Smalser ]

[Paul B]

Antifreeze is in the heat exchanger. The leak seems to be coming from along the shaft; so maybe just some gasket or bushing.

[Bob Adams]

If it's a 50's model, (flathead 6?) there may be a grease cup on the shaft, fill it with pump grease and give her a turn or two.