[cn90]

Ppl have reported same issues with Saleri WP for yrs.

I installed HEPU WP (about $55) in all my BMWs.
The longest service is 1998 528i, installed at 90K miles in May 2006. It is now March 2023 (17 yrs later) and 193K.
Zero issues.

But I plan to replace it after it has 100K-110K or so.

HEPU is a good brand...

 

[cn90]

A similar discussion on Saleri WP in Xoutpost E53 (X5) forum...

Water Pump Carnage - Xoutpost.com

I'm starting another thread here to go along with my Head Gasket thread but this topic deserves its own space. Last night after removing the Jesus

xoutpost.com

 

[cn90]

I'd recommend a HEPU WP.
The Saleri...you can resell it...

Cooling system is sth I want to get it done right and enjoy it, rather than constantly worry when the WP will blow up next...

 

[cn90]

I can tell you my friend's 2004 X3 2.5i with 150K miles.
I was helping him change the WP.
Believe it or not, the factory WP made it to 150K, but the bearing was making noise and wobble.
The factory impeller (? Black composite material) was still intact at 150K.

Anyway, good practice is 100K-110K for WP. Don't push it too far lol...