grounding your radiator

[Built6spdMCSS]

Sometime ago I replaced head gaskets on a f150. Noticed the waterpump was alittle loose so I pulled it out and looked like the one on the right.

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What was determined to be the cause?

 

[Supercharged111]

Make sure you get the matching water pump gasket..

https://www.autozone.com/gaskets/water-pump-gasket/p/fel-pro-water-pump-gasket-35643/390590_0_0

Also make sure you Dyno that puppy when it's all said and done.

 

[-dw-]

What was determined to be the cause?

Surely would think the lack of circulation led to overheating and gasket failure.

 

[Built6spdMCSS]

I meant lack of grouding to where the blades fell apart.

 

[Sweet_Johnny]

This is what was taught to me: When liquids flow through dissimilar metals it causes electrolysis. This is because the friction created by the fluid rubbing against the metal causes a slight electrical charge, and different metals produce different amounts. The charge seeks an outlet or at the very least electrical equality, so it flows just like a traditional electrical signal. The aluminum is the weakest metal in the equation so it gives out first, but adding a sacrificial zinc anode solves the problem. Adding a ground should help.

 

[melloelky]

Sometime ago I replaced head gaskets on a f150. Noticed the waterpump was alittle loose so I pulled it out and looked like the one on the right.

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water pump wasn't grounded..

 

[Ugly1]

I installed one of these as a cheap safeguard due to dissimilar metals and corrosion fear

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/flx-106781

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That’s a first for me! Thanks for the info!

 

[86 Salon]

can you post a picture of your install

I put one of those in my Griffin radiator for my 73 Buick. The radiator had a threaded hole for a heater hose fitting in the top of the right tank. I just put a reducer bushing in the hole so the anode would fit. It's been in 8 years and I would say that it's about 10% gone so it must be working. Good insurance.

 

[86 Salon]

I put one of those in my Griffin radiator for my 73 Buick. The radiator had a threaded hole for a heater hose fitting in the top of the right tank. I just put a reducer bushing in the hole so the anode would fit. It's been in 8 years and I would say that it's about 10% gone so it must be working. Good insurance.

Here's a picture.

 

[84cutspreme]

Here's a picture.

I put mine in place of drain. On Becool radiator it is on pass side bottom of tank. Wondering if it will hinder flow on outlet or deteriorate faster because it is in direct flow? 🤔