KENWILFY@aol.com wrote:
>
> I would ask who is installing the belts on this beast.  Could be a case of
> "over-tighten-its" or they could be using the Armstrong method of vanagon
> service (if it ain't broke, tighten it until it breaks).
> I would also replace the pulley on the water pump (or at least inspect it).
> Could possibly be bent or somehow out of balance.
> Does anyone have any idea that maybe a resistance in the cooling system (like
> a restricted hose or partially clogged radiator) could put some extra strain
> on the pump?  Just an idea.
>

Ken and the list
thanks to all for the replys
I sold them an engine and the installer is very good and has my full
trust I am sure the belts have not been over tightened. I failed to
mention all of the pumps leaked from the vent hole. the bearings have
never failed or made noise. the lubricant in the antifeeze is something
I had not considered I do think its far to say the pumps cant all be bad
the system pressure cant go past the cap pressure and the cap checked
out and will be again
thanks
Bob