ELBOW BYPASS/WATER PUMP
Bypass Elbow/Water Pump
For Dodge 218 and 230 ci engines
Rubber elbow for the bypass line between water pump and engine block. This component ensures correct coolant circulation in the bypass system, essential for proper engine temperature regulation. Suitable for Dodge vehicles with six-cylinder in-line flathead engines.
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Material Rubber |
Application Cooling system bypass |
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Engine Dodge 218 & 230 ci L-head |
Inside diameter 1 inch (25 mm) |
Features
- Rubber elbow for bypass system
- Connects water pump to engine block
- Essential for coolant circulation
- Resistant to high temperatures
- Replacement part for worn examples
★ Quality reproduction of this crucial cooling system component. The bypass elbow is often overlooked during maintenance, but a leaking or hardened hose can lead to overheating.
Application
Fits Dodge WC-series vehicles (4x4 and 6x6) equipped with 218 ci (3.6L) or 230 ci (3.8L) six-cylinder in-line flathead engines. The 218 ci engine was used in early T-207 and T-211 models (1941), whilst the 230 ci engine was fitted from mid-1941 in T-211, T-214, T-215 (3/4-ton) and T-223 (1½-ton 6x6) models until 1945.
Installation notes
The bypass elbow is often concealed beneath accessories such as the dynamo and any auxiliary equipment. When replacing: drain the cooling system first, remove old hose clips completely, and check the connection nipples for corrosion or damage. Use new worm-drive hose clips for reliable attachment. After fitting, fill the system and check for leaks at operating temperature.
Compatibility
Suitable for all Dodge WC-series lorries with 218 or 230 ci flathead six-cylinder in-line engines. Please note: not compatible with later OHV (overhead valve) engines or other engine types. Before fitting, check the condition of the bypass connections on the water pump and engine block — corroded nipples may prevent proper sealing.
Historical context
The bypass system in flathead engines allows coolant to circulate between water pump and block when the thermostat is closed, facilitating cold starts and preventing hot spots. These rubber elbows were subject to wear from heat and vibration, and are often replaced during water pump maintenance.
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This part is intended for the restoration of historic military vehicles. Fitting, aligning, deburring or reworking is part of that work and is inherent to the nature of these goods. Dimensional variation also exists between original vehicles.
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ALL_CATEGORIES : DODGE ENGINE BLOK 4X4|6X
This part fits:
| Model | Years |
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| Dodge | |
| Alle Dodge WC / M-serie | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945, 1946, 1947, 1948, 1949, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968 |
📐 Diagrams & technical drawings
From the original Technical Manual TM 9-808 — Technical Manual — only for Dodge ¾-ton 4×4 (WC series)
