How much should it cost to have the water pump replaced in a 1994 Dodge Ram truck?
50-80 bucks for a water pump + gasket. Thats all, unless you're wanting to take it to a shop or dealership. Then it'll be anywhere from 400-800 depending on the shop.
A new one is about $64 .. You didn't say what engine, so I guessed 1994 Dodge Truck RAM 1500 1/2 ton 2WD 5.2L MFI ? It should take about 2 hours to do this. If you can't do this yourself, I would expect to pay about $80 per hour labor -
Seems some one has already given you a quote and you just need some explaining as to the cost involved. First the cost of a new water pump compared to a rebuilt is very little, especially if you purchase from a DIY store,i.e.,AutoZone, Advanced, O'Reilly,etc...just pay the extra money for the new one, as it usually has the better warranty. The cooling system is the most important thing to consider if you want the engine to perform correctly and safely. You should also consider the rest of the cooling system....Thermostat, hose, anti-freeze, clamps.etc. These are often overlooked and can cause a new water pump repair to go South immmediately. Most complete cooling system repairs can go as high as 3-4 hundred dollars if you have to replace the fan clutch or the cooling fans for the radiator. So do consider paying a little extra for the overlooked repairs and save yourself a lot of headaches and money in the long run.
