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SteadiSteve wrote:
>
> I've got a 1988 Honda Civic that a few days started making a strange noise.
> It's a loud rattle..very mechanical sounding....coming from the engine. It is
> definitely not the heat shield or something like that. Being somewhat handy,
> I first tried to diagnose this. The engine seems to run normally but we
> haven't driven any distance since the noise started. Long story short.....it
> is dripping antifreeze from around the main shaft (where the belts are). This
> is almost certainly a water pump failure, yes? The noise is getting
> substantial now and I'm wondering if, even the car can be driven, should I tow
> it to the dealer for the replacement of the pump and timing belt? I fear for
> the TB en route if I drive.
>
> Replacing the water pump is also essentially replacing the TB too. Is this a
> job I might undertake? I have many tools and have done various car repairs
> like alternator, brakes, valves, etc. This job seems much bigger but possibly
> do-able. Thoughts?
> Thanks
> SS