air pump questions

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air pump questions

March 12, 2012, 11:59:26 PM

hi
would you guys replace an air pump and the air valves on a 1984 3.8 just to do it since other things are apart now? i have never heard of anyone saying that their air pump went bad, not that it couldnt happen, im just thinking is it an expense that is worth it, like will it make the car run better or better mileage?
since its a 29 year old car i was just thinking.

air pump questions

Reply #1 – March 13, 2012, 03:10:28 AM

i assume you're referring to the smog pump? give it a spin and see if you hear any bearing noise, grinding, etc etc.. then give the pulley a jiggle up and down, then in and out to see if it has any play.. if the bearings are still good with little to no play, you should be in good shape.. i don't believe they have any real effect on gas mileage, as it's mostly for emissions

btw, where in nj do you hail from? just curious

air pump questions

Reply #2 – March 24, 2012, 08:44:15 PM

well the pump is no good wont move at all. im going get another. found a new old stock one for $150 or i can get a cardone rebuilt for $80 . not sure which way to go. also now i need a bracket that the air pump and alternator mounts to. it snapped off down by the air pump. anyone have a parts number for that bracket ?
shadow im up ramsey new jersey just up the highway from paramus new jersey { they say is the shopping capital of the country }!!