Just got myself a 73 el camino with a 350, I love it. Runs pretty strong, and the only real problems I've encountered so far are that the power steering pulley is out of alignment and the water pump is leaking, I believe. Coolant is dripping from those small holes in the bottom of the engine. I don't think the pump should be that difficult to replace on this engine? Remove the fan and the belts?
Well mainly I just wanted to say hey to everyone. Anyone else have a 73? Or in the los angeles area? I gotta get a picture up!

Hey, welcome. replace the water pump. the leaks means it needs to be replaced. If I could do you can to. not hard. :nanawrench:

Welcome from So-Cal! I'm in Orange County, south of LA. Water pump is fairly easy to change. Good luck with your new ride. Any questions you might have will be answered by the knowledgeable members here. Enjoy the site!

thanks guys. just bought the pump will install it tomorrow.
novelle we'll have to meet up at some point once I get this thing on the road.

Welcome to a great site and I'm sure there are many El Camino and Caballero in and around Southern Calif. I grew up in Calif. but I sure don't miss it. I don't miss all the earthquakes, especially a few that we had in the 60's and 70's. Anyway got a question, just ask and you will get the right answer here (I hope) Rango:smileyb::smileyb:

novelle we'll have to meet up at some point once I get this thing on the road.
Sounds good, keep me posted on your progress too.

welcome.. Enjoy the site and the el camino:nanawrench:

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water pump is installed. took me about four hours.

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water pump is installed. took me about four hours.
Welcome to the site and i see you got the water pump on. Nothing like working on your own car and being able to do it!!! :nanawrench::nanawrench:

Yea! another 73 on the road again. 4 gen rock! :You_Rock:

Glad to hear you got the water pump changed out. Hope you get a lot of trouble-free miles out of your ride. If anything else pops up, let us know if you need any help.:nanawrench:

Welcome aboard! One task done, good work.