Apex AWP3044 Engine Water Pump Gasket

Engine Water Pump Gasket for GM and Jeep Applications

The Apex AWP3044 engine water pump gasket is a direct sealing component for select 1980-1986 vehicles with compatible water pump applications. It is used to create a secure seal between the water pump and engine mounting surface, helping maintain cooling system integrity on supported Buick, Chevrolet, GMC, Jeep, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac models.

Key Features

• Engine water pump gasket for cooling system service
• Fits a wide range of 1980-1986 applications
• Supports proper sealing at the water pump mounting surface
• Applies to multiple GM car and truck platforms, plus select Jeep models
• Part number AWP3044 for easy identification

Compatible Vehicle Applications

• Fits 1986 Buick Century, N/A
• Fits 1982-1986 Chevrolet Camaro, N/A
• Fits 1982-1986 Chevrolet Celebrity, N/A
• Fits 1982-1986 Chevrolet S10, N/A
• Fits 1983-1986 Chevrolet S10 Blazer, N/A
• Fits 1982-1986 GMC S15, N/A
• Fits 1983-1986 GMC S15 Jimmy, N/A
• Fits 1984-1986 Jeep Cherokee, N/A
• Fits 1986 Jeep Comanche, N/A
• Fits 1984-1986 Jeep Wagoneer, N/A
• Fits 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera, N/A
• Fits 1982-1986 Pontiac 6000, N/A
• Fits 1982-1986 Pontiac Firebird, N/A
• Fits 1980-1985 Buick Skylark, N/A
• Fits 1984-1985 Chevrolet Citation II, N/A
• Fits 1980-1984 Oldsmobile Omega, N/A
• Fits 1980-1984 Pontiac Phoenix, N/A
• Fits 1980-1983 Chevrolet Citation, N/A

Detailed Description

Apex AWP3044 is an engine water pump gasket made for sealing service on select GM and Jeep vehicles from the 1980s. Use it when replacing a water pump or servicing the cooling system on models such as the Chevrolet Camaro, Chevrolet S10, Pontiac Firebird, and Jeep Cherokee. The AWP3044 helps restore the sealing interface between the pump and engine, which is critical for maintaining coolant containment at the mounting point.

Common Repair Uses

• Replacing a leaking water pump gasket
• Addressing coolant seepage at the pump-to-engine joint
• Servicing the cooling system during water pump replacement
• Correcting sealing issues after pump removal
• Restoring proper gasket fit on listed Buick, Chevrolet, GMC, Jeep, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac vehicles

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean both mating surfaces thoroughly before installation and verify the water pump and engine surfaces are free of old gasket material, corrosion, and debris. Confirm the application against the vehicle’s cooling system configuration before assembly. The part number AWP3044 should be matched to the exact vehicle and water pump setup listed above.

Quality Assurance

Apex AWP3044 is cataloged for specific vehicle applications and identified for straightforward parts matching during cooling system repair. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.