Installed new water pump on my 2000SLE yesterday.
The real problem was a leaky gasket but since I was there replaced both the gasket and pump.
I bought the good metal gasket with the rubber seal.
First time I replaced a water pump on it.
Not bad for 269K.(changed out Dex-Cool years ago)
Took us about 2 hours start to finish.
Cannot believe I was quoted a price of $400.00-$450.00 to do this.
Total cost of pump,gasket & antifreeze was about $58.00.
Nice to be able to do some things yourself.

This forum is a blessing for that specific reason. Glad I found this wonderful place.

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'02 Pontiac Bonneville SE 108,539 miles, N/A, SSEi exhaust system, boat roller mount. Gone, but not forgotten.
'13 Buick Regal GS 102k miles, 270 hp, 295 lb/ft, ZZP intake.
(yes, there is a story behind my avatar.)

Yes it is!!!
It has helped me numerous times.
There are some really good people and information on this site.
Thanks to every one.
It is very much appreciated.

I can't imagine paying labor for every little thing I've fixed on all of my cars. The internet and car forums really are underrated gems.

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-Car Guy Carl
"Penelope" - 2003 SLE - 247k Miles
"Sydney" - 2000 Honda S2000 - 98k miles

I cannot even imagine what one would be quoted on a car there the timing belt would have to come off just to get to the water pump. Such is the case with my corolla.