Any tips on replacing the water pump on a '68 for a newbie?

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Re: Any tips on replacing the water pump on a '68 for a newbie?

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Re: Any tips on replacing the water pump on a '68 for a newbie?

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I am happy to report that I was able to drive the car yesterday - first time on the road since 1992.

Lots and lots to sort out still but don’t think the cooling system is still on that list.

THANK YOU for all of the help.
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tdskip wrote:first time on the road since 1992.
Congrats...sounds like Miller time!
Enjoy.
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Thanks, loads to do still but a nice milestone.
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