Cooling System Pressurization Pump Kit

Cooling System Pressurization Pump Kit

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Cooling System Pressurization Pump Kit
  • Cooling System Pressurization Pump Kit
  • Cooling System Pressurization Pump Kit
  • Cooling System Pressurization Pump Kit
Cooling System Pressurization Pump Kit
Cooling System Pressurization Pump Kit
Product: VAG1274B
Works With: 1983-1991
Manufacturer: GoWesty
Availability: Low Stock
Wrench Rating: Requires no or basic hand tools and no mechanical knowledge.
$36.00

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The GoWesty Cooling System Pressurization Pump Tool offers a straightforward, effective way to remove trapped air from your cooling system—especially from the radiator.

In a Vanagon, the top of the radiator is higher than the coolant bottle in the rear (where you add coolant). When filling an empty system, whatever air is in the radiator (above the level of the top of the coolant bottle) stays in the radiator... because water doesn't flow uphill. Also, any air remaining in the system in the form of bubbles will accumulate in the radiator. Contrary to popular belief, simply lifting the front of the vehicle with a jack does not help. In fact, one could argue that it actually exacerbates the problem!

The more air in the radiator, the less effective it is at keeping your engine cool. It is like having a small radiator that looks big. Failing to get all the air out of the radiator can cause all sorts of phantom cooling system performance issues, and some that are not so phantom, like a complete melt-down of your engine.

This GoWesty tool does exactly the same thing as the OEM tool shown in the Bentley Repair Manual on page 19.17 (part number VW1274 or VAG1274B). Our tool may not be as robust, but unless you are a professional mechanic needing daily use, this one will do the trick for a lot less money!

Kit includes:
• Hand pump with built-in pressure gauge
• Rubber valve stem to adapt the Schrader-valve end of the pump hose to the nipple on the coolant bottle cap
• Detailed instructions for checking cap, testing for leaks, and thorough bleeding of the cooling system

Pro tips:
• This tool is designed primarily as a cost-effective solution for bleeding air from the cooling system
• The included gauge is for reference only and is accurate to within ±3 psi.
• Do not exceed 17 psi as indicated on the gauge.
• Not recommended for testing the pressure release threshold of coolant caps
  • 5 stars: 29 (88%)
  • 4 stars: 2 (6%)
  • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
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  • 1 star: 2 (6%)
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Kaden C.
Helps bleed

Flushed the coolant and this helped push out some of the old. Then bleed air out. Nice tool to have in the bus.

Kaden C. review photo
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Harry T.

yes the right tool for the job...thanks

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Mark P.

Very helpful for trouble shooting the cooling system.

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Anonymous

First water cooled vanagon and it’s a doka with a 1.9L tdi. This will come in handy in future upgrades.

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David B.

Ditch the electronic instructions!!!

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Jeff

Works great!

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Jaime T.

I was able to locate leak and get my cooling system working better. Thank you!

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Anonymous

good!

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Rand W.
get one

and carry it with you!

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Kyra M.
Joe Mello

I have used this to help identify leaks in the cooling system. Directions were easy to follow and very helpful.

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Kevin P.
Vanagon coolant pressure pump

The Vanagon coolant pressure pump worked great and allowed me to pressure up the coolant system and check for leaks instead of running the engine.

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Daniel B.
Faulty Pressure Gauge On First Use

Gauge doesn't show pressure reading. How much PSI did I add to the system? I don't know. I see one leak that wasn't there before. Let's hope it doesn't apply to the head gaskets. Back to the old method.

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Nathan L.
Easy to use

Easy to use. Helps push out the air for better operation

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John M.
Priceless tool

for filling up your coolant this tool is priceless and really works well.

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David M.
Easy

This pump is the easy way to bleed your cooling system. It only took about 20 minutes for me to set it up and bleed the air out of my 86 Westy. Drove around a bit and repeated the next day. Well worth the money.

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Lars H.
Works well

Wasn't sure if this would help when bleeding the sustem but I was happily impressed. Made it easier. Don't want any bubble to be stuck in lines.

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Christian R.
Perfect!

A must have tool!

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Randy Z.
Pressure Pump Review

Works as advertised with link to very good directions. Delivered on schedule.

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Dan E.
Easy

Gets the job done easier

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chris c.
used it many many times

Great tool, especially if you are bleeding your system alone. I will get use out of this handy pump every single year.

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ERIK S.
Used it and loved it

Simple solution, and saved the day!

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anthony s.
Cooling System Pressurization Pump

Useful, innovative item. The hose on the coolant pressurization pump should be somewhat longer however, especially if the Vanagon has the upgraded GoWesty stainless coolant tank...

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Ryan B.
Amazing

Working on a cool cooling system is the way to go. Should have bought this years ago.

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Scott S.
Works grear

Great way to troubleshoot the cooling system

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Terry K.
Simple & effective

As well as being an easy way to bleed your coolant system, this pump can be used as a pressure test to find leaks. I found a failing hose clamp that may have toasted my engine had I not pressure tested. You could probably make your own pump with a bike pump/valve/piece of hose, but for $35, it’s worth it. Buy it now, you’ll be happy

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David N.
Nice pump

Haven’t used it yet. I think it will make it easy to flush coolant and replace some old tubing. I decided to get this instead of making the pvc Ty be attachment because I can check for leaks by pressurizing.

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Connor W.
Fine product

Pretty clever product. Small hand pump with a valve stem attached to it that fits over the nipple to pressurize the system. Great for finding leaks as well as bleeding the air from the system

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Jon-Ramsay B.
Cooling System Pressurization Pump Kit

Worked like a charm. I feel better knowing that my cooling system is properly set up and it was easy to do when follow the video tutorial. Thanks GOWESTY!

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Chuck S.
Cooling System Pressurization Pump Kit

This is a very simple device but makes keeping your engine's coolant system healthy a breeze. It attaches to both the original plastic coolant expansion tanks as well as the new GoWesty Aluminum Coolant Expansion Tank.

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Shannon J.
Cooling pump

With a new radiator installed this tool makes filling the system with coolant a breeze. Just follow the instructions on how to fill and bleed the system and its a piece of cake. Thanks Gowesty for another sick innovation.

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Christopher R.
Well made

Helps to force the antifreeze through the lines

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Anthony K.
Handy Tool

I recently replaced all my coolant hoses therefore emptied all coolant. Like the description says, its not robust but it does the trick in getting the air pushed out!

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John A.
Poor Quality. Does not work with aluminum expansion tank

Do not recommend. Quality is on the cheap side. It does not work with the GoWesty Aluminum Expansion tank. Disappointing

Hi there John, we will make it more clear online that this item is for the original blue plastic cap only, not the standard radiator cap found on our all-metal tank. So sorry this wasn't clearer in the web text. We are happy to give you a full refund if you would like to return this item. We are also happy to cover return postage as well. Please email me at taylor@gowesty.com if you would like to take me up on the offer. Thank you for your business, and your feedback. All the best!