Reverso Pumps Blog

Q: "If I purchase a 4 port oil changer, can two lines be used for engine coolant and 2 for oil. Thanks Mike"

A: Good question. While the pump is quite capable of pumping both coolant and oil, it is not recommended using the same system to do both. The probability of cross contamination is so great that you could conceivably ruin an engine or cooling system causing yourself a great deal of expense.

We highly recommend against it. You would be ahead of the game by installing a GP3012 oil change system, then using a GP311 pump with a VP2 valve manifold to change the coolant. This will keep the two systems separate and eliminate the possibility of any contamination.

"I got the stainless keyway yesterday, Put the pump back together and had the car back running last night. I just wanted to say thanks! Most guys would have just told me to send the part in, and they would rebuild it, etc,etc.

You took a few minutes, explained how to take it apart, what to look for, etc. Then to top it off, you overnight the part to me!!!

Definitely above and beyond what I've been experiencing from most company's tech/customer service. Once again just wanted to say thanks!"

David Deramus

Question - "I have just purchased a new boat and have requested to install a REVERSO pump system for the main engine, generator and transmission. The boat builder representative is telling me he can only install it for the engine and the generator, the reason being given to me is the possibility of engine oil and transmission oil contamination. I am a bit skeptical on his contamination concern. Could you help me on that issue please?"


Answer - Your representative could be right. On some of the newer vessels the transmission requires a more refined oil than that of the engine or generator. With our GP-3013, a 3 valve oil change system, there is the possibility of cross-contamination. If your transmission requires the more refined oil, and it is contaminated with engine oil, it could cause damage to the transmission. Typically, we have seen these new transmissions on the new, high performance vessels.

We would suggest that you confirm the oil requirements of your transmission. If it requires, for example, a 30W, like the engine, then you should have no problem using a 3-valve system with no worry of cross-contamination.   If you find that you need a different oil for the transmission, you can use our GP-3012, a 2-valve oil change system, for your engine and generator.  Then use our GP-311 or OP-6, reversible pump, solely for the transmission.

You can find the products mentioned above by clicking on the product names below:

GP-3013
GP-3012
GP-311
OP-6

Congratulations to our Ugly Pump Contest Winners!

Ken, Chuck, Gerry and Alex all received a $25 Amazon Gift Certificate for participating.

They also received a 30% discount code for a future Reverso Pumps purchase.

Make sure to check in regularly for more contests.


Congrats again gentlemen!

Another example of an ugly pump! Thanks Chuck for the pictures!

The contest is still going!! So send a picture of your installed pump to marketing@reversopumps.com and you will receive a code for 30% off a new pump.

Jason at Viper Airshows (www.viperairshows.com) uses a GP311-12 to cause the smoke you see in the picture below. Great effects for the airshows! Thanks Jason.

Here is another entry for our Ugly Pump Contest.

Remember, send a picture of your installed pump to marketing@reversopumps.com and you will receive a code for 30% off a new pump.

  
Thanks to Ken.
They use the reverse Fuel priming pumps on the new FDNY Fireboat.

Here are a few of the entries we have received so far for our Ugly Pump Contest. Remember, send a picture of your installed pump to marketing@reversopumps.com and you will receive a code for 30% off a new pump.

Thanks to Gerry.
He said, "this pump is used to transfer and polish diesel fuel and is 10 years old. He's replaced the impeller a few times but it runs for hours on end with no problem."
Great to hear Gerry! Thanks!

Thanks to Alex.

 

How ugly is your pump?

Send a picture of your installed pump to marketing@reversopumps.com and you will receive a code for 30% off a new pump. Yup, a coupon just for sending in a picture.

Your pump will automatically be entered into the Ugly Pump Contest. All pictures will be posted on our Blog and prizes will be given in each of the following categories:

• The MacGyver Award

• Worst Install

• Most Ancient

We know there are some crazy-looking pumps out there, so send those pictures in and receive your 30% off online store code today.

(Contest good from July 13, 2010 to August 31, 2010. Winners will be announced on the Blog and contacted through email.)