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Inverter pump modification

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Accessories & Modifications' started by EimisPri, Apr 11, 2022.

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    EimisPri New Member

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    Hi All

    Have any of you tried installing a different water pump rather than the one that matches OEM part number on a Prius?
    I'm asking because from what I've read online these are notorious for breaking and I saw some guy on YouTube do a hillbilly modification by installing a BOSCH (P/N:0392023004) water pump from Mercedes W211.
    Is this a valid option? Because on spec sheet I saw that BOSCH can pump 900 liters per hour and pressure of 0.1BAR, but I couldn't find what the numbers are on stock prius pump.
     
    #1 EimisPri, Apr 11, 2022
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    Sounds like a project from hell. Get the OEM and change it every ten years.
     
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    From what I've read the most common theme with the failure stories is the use of poor quality 3rd party parts or outright OEM knock-off (read counterfeit) parts.

    The genuine Toyota part lasts well over 160,000 km or 10 years.

    Your mileage may vary.
     
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    Hey I can't find that video anywhere, do you know the title or have a link or anything?
    Posted via the PriusChat mobile app.
     
    #4 timoc, Aug 28, 2022
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    not around mountains
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    #5 timoc, Aug 28, 2022
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