Ok, I'll be honest... Typically I am NOT all about Coining made in china items as junk. But, I will admit that when I ordered this pump for my 94 bronco to replace my 19 year old original water pump I was shocked to open up my new motorcraft pump to see a sticker on it saying made in china.. Furthermore, when compared to my original pump stamped with 94 on it I realized that the original quality is not there.. This pump is lighter and feels more like a tin can compared to the original pump. Granted, it is working as a replacement and it is going on an almost two decade old truck with 178,000 miles but I am starting to think that if this truck lives long enough that this pump will not last nearly as long as the one being replaced. Honestly, I think I might keep the original as I believe it was just the paper gasket that failed in a section. Just incase.
Buyer tip: It comes with the gasket but the original bolts will need to be reused. I recommend having some new replacement bolts on had as theres a good chance your going to break one or two (assuming they have been on the truck long enough). Soak them down in PB for a few days if possible before attempting to remove them. If they do get break be prepared to remove the harmonic balancer, crankshaft pulley and timing cover to get them out. Not a huge deal all in all a few extra bolts but still would be nice to avoid it. I had to do all of the above and heat the seized studs with a map propane torch several times and vice them off. Turned a few hour job into a job that took a couple days between chasing down parts and extra tools.
Summary: for the 70.00 price range I thought I couldn't go wrong. Ford direct wants an easy 55.00 more for the same part number pump. Don't know if there's is made in china as well now or what but if I knew it ahead of time I would have stuck with the pump I had originally intended on purchasing at advance auto for 35.00 cheaper.
| Manufacturer | Motorcraft |
|---|---|
| Brand | Motorcraft |
| Model | Water Pump |
| Item Weight | 7 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 12.26 x 7.97 x 7.73 inches |
| Item model number | PW254 |
| Exterior | Painted |
| Manufacturer Part Number | PW254 |
| OEM Part Number | PW254 |
