fannitti

i got a 89 xj and i need a new water pump tube. my local dealer and parts store cant find one. anyone know where is a good place to get one i only find them for 91 and up xj's i really dont wanna add the brass fitting trick unless i really have to. or i might just go to the junk yard and pull one

Firestorm500

I think you have answered your own question.

fannitti

That's what I figured

Lowrange2

Why are you against the brass fitting? I prefer that way anyhow. Makes things much easier to work with.

djb383

^^^^This. Did ours 4 years ago, works great, easy to do, cheap ($2-$3 at just about any hardware store). A nipple that's 3/8" MNPT X 5/8" hose barb. It does require a slightly longer 5/8" heater hose.

MUKAK

can some1 explain how this Brass fitting trick works? and whats is the benefit? i also have a 89

prcherokee

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From djb383.

djb383

It's brass, not steel, so it won't rust/corrode. It's cheap and available at tons of hardware/auto parts stores. It does require a slightly longer 5/8" heater hose. Ooooops prcherokee, u beat me too it. LOL

JackJare9455

damnit why did i buy a new tube.. uhg! lol

prcherokee

The search function is a powerful tool.

JackJare9455

No doubt... And i use it religiously

Just never occured to me to modify the tube... Mine isnt bad... Just could have saved a few dollars on my cooling system overhaul

djb383

When we got our XJ, that OE metal tube had rusty, very pitted/thin spots on the outside and we couldn't find one locally. Got the brass fitting idea from another member here on the forum......can't remember who, but many thanks to them.

JackJare9455

I know dorman makes an aftermarket replacement.. its the one I bought. Were they all out of stock?

zombiehunter99

I got my wp tube from Napa for like $17

fannitti

U all got part numbers