waterpump

[phear11]

just wondering how long do water pumps last on vs 5l,
ive owned the car around a year now and have receipts from the previous owner
he changed it around 3 years ago.

im about to do a flush on the cooling system as its coming into summer and i use the car for towing i dont need it overheating.

just wondering if it is not going to last that long ill replace it now rather than later?

cheers

[Hangman]

You could change it for piece of mind, but in my experience they last as long as they last. Not really a set time. I've only done 2 on all the cars I've owned over the last 14 years or so. Maybe I'm just lucky haha

[hako]

I agree with Hangman - some last 1 year and others go 10 years even when they are the same brand. Just luck of the draw.

[BlackVXGTS]

My two VS 5Ls have averaged a new water pump every 3-5 years.

[Not_An_Abba_Fan]

As long as the coolant is in good condition the water pump should last a few years. As has been said, replace it when it breaks. As to how long it will last? How long is a piece of string.

[phear11]

ok thanks guys ill leave it for now i realised today why it was the viscous fan that is causing it to heat up slightly so replace it tomorrow and do a flush and it should be sweet!