GMB 130-1043 water pump for the 1950-1953 Chevrolet Bel Air 6-cylinder 3.5L, the 1950-1954 Bel Air 6-cylinder 3.8L and other vehicles circulates coolant through the engine. Its coolant flow rate and pressure are designed to match OE, and it is built to meet OE specifications.
- Cast iron casting with a metal impeller
- V-belt drive, with the V-belt pulley included
- One paper gasket included
- Every pump is factory tested for leakage and dimensional precision
- Bearing noise and durability tested
Quick facts
- Part: GMB 130-1043 water pump
- Also called: engine water pump
- Fits: the 1950-1953 Chevrolet Bel Air 6-cylinder 3.5L, the 1950-1954 Bel Air 6-cylinder 3.8L and other vehicles
- Material: Cast iron casting, metal impeller
- Condition: New
Coolant seepage near the pump, a grinding or whining noise from the bearing, or an engine that runs hot can mean the water pump is worn, though a stuck thermostat or a slipping V-belt can be behind those signs too, so find the cause before you replace it.
Fits
This pump is also a direct-fit replacement for the 1953 Chevrolet Corvette 6-cylinder 3.9L, the 1953-1954 Corvette 6-cylinder 3.8L and the 1942-1954 Chevrolet Truck 6-cylinder 3.8L, with one pump per vehicle. If your Chevrolet is not named here, look up its year and engine in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Hub diameter: 3.34 in
- Water pump drive type: V-belt
- Pulley: V-belt pulley included
- Impeller rotation: Standard
Build and materials
- Casting material: Cast iron
- Impeller material: Metal
- Gasket: One paper gasket included
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: China
In the box
One water pump with its V-belt pulley and one paper gasket. The back housing, bolts, bracket, thermostat, sensor and fan clutch are not included, so plan on new bolts, since the old ones may not be reusable.
Installation notes
- An instruction sheet comes with the pump for the installation steps.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the right truck water pump for the 1942-1954 Chevrolet Truck 6-cylinder 3.8L?
Yes. GMB 130-1043 is listed for the 1942-1954 Chevrolet Truck 6-cylinder 3.8L, and each truck takes one pump. Other years and engines are in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Is this the Corvette water pump for the 1953 Chevrolet Corvette 6-cylinder 3.9L or the 1953-1954 Corvette 6-cylinder 3.8L?
Yes. GMB 130-1043 is listed for the 1953 Corvette with the 6-cylinder 3.9L and the 1953-1954 Corvette with the 6-cylinder 3.8L, one pump per car.
What comes with the GMB pump?
The box holds the pump, its V-belt pulley, one paper gasket and an instruction sheet. The back housing, bolts, bracket, thermostat, sensor and fan clutch are not included.
Is the GMB engine water pump 130-1043 belt driven?
Yes. This water pump is V-belt driven and comes with a V-belt pulley. It has a cast iron casting, a metal impeller and standard impeller rotation.
What tests does GMB 130-1043 go through at the factory?
Every unit is factory tested for leakage and dimensional precision. The bearing is also tested for noise and durability.
