Racing Water Pumps & Components

An efficient cooling system is a key to the safe operation of your racing engine. In large measure, the performance of your cooling system depends on the productivity of your water pump. That’s why it is always a good idea to have a high-performance racing pump installed in the motor. If your engine is built from the ground-up, most likely it is already equipped with a racing water pump, although, it doesn’t mean you can’t replace it with a better one. In case the heart of your car is a highly-modified mass-produced engine, its water pump is what you need to upgrade next.

When it comes to choosing the best racing water pump, the main question that continually arises among professional racers and hot-rod enthusiasts is whether to go with a traditional mechanical or electric water pump. Both of them serve the same purpose, whereas, differ in design and principle of operation. The first one has long been a reliable way of delivering water to the engine. It is operated by the crankshaft by means of the serpentine belt, which ensures its smooth and even operation across the whole RPM range. On the other hand, a mechanical water pump robs a significant amount of engine’s power, so you should keep this in mind when installing a larger one.

An electrical water pump provides more freedom for racing engine builders, as it can be mounted remotely. It relies on electrical current to operate, which is why it can spin at maximum speed even when the engine is idling. In addition, since it is not driven by the crankshaft, it doesn’t rob so much horsepower as its mechanical counterparts. An electrical water pump also makes it possible to cool down the engine quickly between races. This makes an electrical water pump the product of choice for many professional racers who strive to minimize a power loss as much as possible.