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Do they sell such a thing as a water pump rebuild kit for the 317 engine? Or just whole rebuild pumps?
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I just did the pump on my 56. I bought one from O'riley Auto parts. Several sources out there, I think mine was around $60.

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Thanks I'll check it out. John

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Tried O'riley's but didn't find anything for a 1956 Pontiac 317.

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According to Pontiac Master Parts Catalog dated 1960 and 1966 all Pontiac V8s from 1955 through 1962 (and a few newer ones) used the same water pump, part # 540069. While they don't have it listed for 1956 Pontiacs, RockAuto does have one for '62 Pontiacs here: https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo...350852&jsn=431

Don't fall into the trap of "reverse rotation" listed on some of these pumps.

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Tried O'riley's but didn't find anything for a 1956 Pontiac 317.
What engine do you have? I thought there was only one. Some vendors refer to it as a 316 and some a 317.

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Since the 4 bolt pumps are all the same, doesn't matter. But there is only one size 1956 motor...pick whichever size you prefer.

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Tried O'riley's but didn't find anything for a 1956 Pontiac 317.

https://www.oreillyauto.com/detail/b...ter+pump&pos=0

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It's a 316.6 cid so call it what you want.

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Thanks for the link to the page. Yeah I have seen parts places list the engines as 317 and some as 316. I usually go with 316 myself. John

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As a follow up. Can the two short hoses to each side of the water pump be replaced without removing the assembly from the car? Seems like it is a pretty tight fit to get the hoses worked in to place. Where do you guys get the hose from?
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It is easiest to remove the elbow from each head if you plan to replace the hoses. A gazillion years ago when I replaced those hoses on my 347 I just took an elbow to FLAPS and found a piece of hose to fit. One hose and a sharp knife produced a hose for each head.

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I converted a regular aluminum 11 bolt long pump to an early '69 short pump. I was able to get a really reasonable kit from John the water pump guy. I think he also does fuel pumps. I think he's in Florida.

John, 813 713 5820. Great guy and knows his stuff. Billk

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I came across his web page.

https://cowboyjohnsautoparts.com/contact-us.html

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