Gates 43118 Engine Water Pump

Gates 43118 Water Pump Overview

The Gates 43118 engine water pump is a standard replacement for select 1992 Chevrolet and GMC trucks and SUVs with a 5.8" hub height. Built with a cast iron housing and stamped steel impeller, it is made for dependable coolant circulation in everyday cooling system service.

Gates Water Pump (Standard) line focuses on OE-quality fit and consistent operation for vehicles that need a direct replacement water pump. This Gates 43118 water pump is a practical choice for 1992 Chevrolet C1500, K1500, and GMC C2500 applications where correct fitment and cooling performance matter.

Key Features

• Cast iron housing for durable cooling system service
• Stamped steel impeller with standard rotation
• Accessory belt drive style
• Two outlet design
• Includes water pump, 2 gaskets, and 2 plugs
• 100% functional testing of seals and bearings
• 100% leakage testing of the casting and assembled pump

Detailed Product Description

Gates 43118 is an engine water pump built for direct replacement use in compatible 1992 Chevrolet and GMC light-duty and heavy-duty truck platforms. The pump uses a cast iron housing and stamped steel impeller, with standard impeller rotation and accessory belt drive configuration. It does not include a back housing, thermostat housing, fan clutch, or pulley.

As part of the Gates Water Pump (Standard) line, this unit is manufactured with premium alloy materials and tested for seal, bearing, and leakage performance before release. This part cross-references Airtex AW5073 and GMB 130-1790 for the same application. The Gates 43118 is a fitment-based replacement for 1992 Chevrolet C1500, C2500, K1500, K2500, C3500, and GMC C1500, C2500, K1500, K2500, and K3500 models with the listed hub height requirement.

Common Cooling System Issues It May Address

• Coolant leakage from a worn pump seal or casting
• Overheating caused by reduced coolant circulation
• Noise from worn pump bearings
• Cooling performance loss from impeller wear
• Replacement needs during cooling system repair on 1992 Chevrolet and GMC trucks

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the 5.8" hub height requirement before ordering. Confirm accessory belt drive configuration, outlet layout, and engine cooling system routing against the original part. Inspect the mounting surface, hoses, and belt condition during installation, and replace gaskets as part of the service procedure. This part is not timing belt driven and does not include a pulley.

Quality Assurance

Gates tests each new water pump for seal and bearing function, then performs leakage checks on both the casting and the assembled unit. The result is an OE-quality fit replacement for cooling system service on select 1992 Chevrolet and GMC applications.