Gates 44100 Engine Water Pump

Gates 44100 Engine Water Pump

The Gates 44100 engine water pump is built for dependable cooling-system performance on select Chevrolet and GMC trucks, vans, and SUVs. This standard water pump uses cast iron housing and an all cast iron impeller for durable operation, with reverse impeller rotation and accessory belt drive configuration.

Compatible With 1988-1996 Chevrolet and GMC applications including C1500, K1500, Tahoe, Yukon, Suburban, Blazer, P30, G20, G30, G3500, and related models. The Gates Water Pump (Standard) line focuses on OE-quality fit and verified sealing performance for service work where correct cooling flow matters.

Key Features

• Part number 44100 engine water pump for select GM applications
• Cast iron housing and cast iron impeller for durable construction
• Reverse rotation design for the specified belt-drive setup
• Accessory belt driven; not timing belt driven
• Includes water pump, gasket, and plug
• Three outlet configuration
• No back housing, pulley, fan clutch, or thermostat housing included

Detailed Description

Gates manufactures this water pump with premium alloy materials and tests each unit for seal and bearing function as well as leakage at both the casting and assembled pump level. The result is a replacement cooling component built to match the original fit and operating requirements for the listed Chevrolet and GMC vehicles. If you are replacing a worn GM truck water pump, the Gates 44100 offers the correct reverse-rotation, accessory-belt-driven design for the specified applications.

This part cross-references Airtex AW5062 and GMB 130-1830 for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

• Coolant leakage from the pump housing or seal area
• Overheating caused by reduced coolant circulation
• Bearing noise or shaft play from a worn water pump
• Cooling-system service on a Chevrolet C1500, K1500, Tahoe, or GMC Yukon
• Replacement during broader cooling maintenance on GM V8 truck platforms

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify reverse impeller rotation and accessory belt drive configuration before installation. Confirm the vehicle uses a single thermostat setup where noted in fitment, and inspect the mating surfaces, hoses, and belt condition before reassembly. Use the included gasket and plug as directed, and refill the cooling system with the correct coolant mixture after installation.

Fits 1996 Chevrolet C1500, N/A; Fits 1996 Chevrolet C1500 Suburban, N/A; Fits 1996 Chevrolet C2500, N/A; Fits 1996 Chevrolet C2500 Suburban, N/A; Fits 1996 Chevrolet C3500, N/A; Fits 1996 Chevrolet K1500, N/A; Fits 1996 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban, N/A; Fits 1996 Chevrolet K2500, N/A; Fits 1996 Chevrolet K2500 Suburban, N/A; Fits 1996 Chevrolet K3500, N/A; Fits 1994-1996 Chevrolet P30, N/A; Fits 1996 Chevrolet Tahoe, N/A; Fits 1996 GMC C1500, N/A; Fits 1996 GMC C1500 Suburban, N/A; Fits 1996 GMC C2500, N/A; Fits 1996 GMC C2500 Suburban, N/A; Fits 1996 GMC C3500, N/A; Fits 1994-1996 GMC G3500, N/A; Fits 1996 GMC K1500, N/A; Fits 1996 GMC K1500 Suburban, N/A; Fits 1996 GMC K2500, N/A; Fits 1996 GMC K2500 Suburban, N/A; Fits 1996 GMC K3500, N/A; Fits 1994-1996 GMC P3500, N/A; Fits 1996 GMC Yukon, N/A; Fits 1988-1995 Chevrolet C1500, N/A; Fits 1994-1995 Chevrolet C1500 Suburban, N/A; Fits 1988-1995 Chevrolet C2500, N/A; Fits 1994-1995 Chevrolet C2500 Suburban, N/A; Fits 1988-1995 Chevrolet C3500, N/A; Fits 1994-1995 Chevrolet G20, N/A; Fits 1994-1995 Chevrolet G30, N/A; Fits 1988-1995 Chevrolet K1500, N/A; Fits 1994-1995 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban, N/A; Fits 1988-1995 Chevrolet K2500, N/A; Fits 1994-1995 Chevrolet K2500 Suburban, N/A; Fits 1988-1995 Chevrolet K3500, N/A; Fits 1995 Chevrolet Tahoe, N/A; Fits 1988-1995 GMC C1500, N/A; Fits 1995 GMC C1500 Suburban, N/A; Fits 1988-1995 GMC C2500, N/A; Fits 1994-1995 GMC C2500 Suburban, N/A; Fits 1988-1995 GMC C3500, N/A; Fits 1994-1995 GMC G2500, N/A; Fits 1988-1995 GMC K1500, N/A; Fits 1995 GMC K1500 Suburban, N/A; Fits 1988-1995 GMC K2500, N/A; Fits 1994-1995 GMC K2500 Suburban, N/A; Fits 1988-1995 GMC K3500, N/A; Fits 1994-1995 GMC Yukon, N/A; Fits 1994 Chevrolet Blazer, N/A; Fits 1989-1991 Chevrolet R1500 Suburban, N/A; Fits 1989-1991 Chevrolet R2500 Suburban, N/A; Fits 1989-1991 Chevrolet V1500 Suburban, N/A; Fits 1989-1991 Chevrolet V2500 Suburban, N/A; Fits 1988-1991 GMC R1500 Suburban, N/A; Fits 1988-1991 GMC R2500 Suburban, N/A; Fits 1988-1991 GMC V1500 Suburban, N/A; Fits 1988-1991 GMC V2500 Suburban, N/A; Fits 1988 Chevrolet R10 Suburban, N/A; Fits 1988 Chevrolet R20 Suburban, N/A; Fits 1988 Chevrolet V10 Suburban, N/A; Fits 1988 Chevrolet V20 Suburban, N/A.

Quality Assurance

Gates water pumps are built for worry-free operation and are tested for seal and bearing function plus leakage before release. The 44100 is manufactured to deliver OE-quality fit for the listed Chevrolet and GMC cooling-system applications.