{"product_id":"davies-craig-8943-brushless-ewp160-electric-water-pump-and-controller-combo-12v","title":"Davies Craig Brushless EWP160 Electric Water Pump \u0026 Controller Combo 12V (8943)","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrushless EWP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e160 Combo - Remote Electric Water Pump\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12 Volt | Part Number: #8943\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDavies Craig Brushless EWP160 Combo – Remote Electric Water Pump (12V)\u003c\/strong\u003e combines the high-performance \u003cstrong\u003eBrushless EWP160 Remote Electric Water Pump\u003c\/strong\u003e with the \u003cstrong\u003eBrushless Variable Speed Fan \u0026amp; EWP Controller\u003c\/strong\u003e to deliver a complete intelligent engine cooling solution. Designed to automatically vary coolant flow based on engine temperature, the system provides precise thermal management, faster engine warm-up, improved cooling efficiency and reduced parasitic engine losses.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the system is the \u003cstrong\u003eBrushless EWP160\u003c\/strong\u003e, engineered for applications where \u003cstrong\u003eflow under pressure truly matters\u003c\/strong\u003e. While many electric water pumps promote peak open-flow figures, the EWP160 delivers an impressive \u003cstrong\u003e56.5 L\/min @ 1.5 Bar (15m Head)\u003c\/strong\u003e—the specification that reflects real-world cooling performance through radiators, intercoolers, heat exchangers and long coolant circuits. Combined with the \u003cstrong\u003eVariable Speed Controller\u003c\/strong\u003e, the pump speed is continuously adjusted to maintain a stable engine temperature while also providing intelligent control of compatible Davies Craig Brushless Thermatic® Electric Fans.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdeal for high-performance street vehicles, motorsport, 4WDs, marine applications and water-to-air intercooler systems, the Brushless EWP160 Combo provides exceptional cooling performance, improved engine efficiency and long-term reliability. The magnetic drive brushless motor eliminates carbon brush wear, while the controller's programmable operation ensures coolant flow is matched precisely to engine demand.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eComplete Brushless Electric Water Pump and Variable Speed Controller package\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAutomatically varies coolant flow based on engine temperature\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eControls compatible Davies Craig Brushless Thermatic® Electric Fans\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHigh-performance Brushless EWP160 with magnetic drive motor\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e160 L\/min Open Flow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e56.5 L\/min Rated Flow @ 1.5 Bar (15m Head)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBrushless motor for longer service life and maximum reliability\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIP68 sealed electric water pump\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFull PWM pump control (100–1000 Hz)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFaster engine warm-up and improved thermal stability\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReduces parasitic engine losses compared to mechanical water pumps\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSuitable for engine cooling and water-to-air intercooler systems\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompatible with aftermarket ECUs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesigned and engineered by Davies Craig\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003ch2\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecommended for:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eHigh-performance street vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMotorsport and endurance racing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTurbocharged engines\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupercharged engines\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWater-to-air intercooler systems\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCharge cooler circuits\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRear-mounted radiator installations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e4WD and off-road vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMarine cooling systems\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty cooling applications\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCustom engine conversions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003ch2\u003eKit Contents\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 × Brushless EWP160 Remote Electric Water Pump (12V)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 × Brushless Variable Speed Fan \u0026amp; EWP Controller\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 × 1\/4\" NPT Temperature Sensor\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 x Inline Adapter 38mm (2 x 1\/4\" NPT) \u0026amp; Bung\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 × Brushless EWP Wiring Harness\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 × Brushless EWP Mounting Bracket\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 × T-Bolt Clamp\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e2 × M6 Vibration Dampers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 x Self Tap Screw\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e2 x Ring Terminals \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e4 x Wire Joiner\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e4 x Fork Crimp Terminal\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e4 x Hose Clamps\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInstallation Instructions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose the Brushless EWP160 Combo?\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eTraditional mechanical water pumps operate at engine speed regardless of cooling demand, consuming engine power and often circulating more coolant than necessary. The \u003cstrong\u003eDavies Craig Brushless EWP160 Combo\u003c\/strong\u003e intelligently controls coolant flow based on engine temperature, providing maximum cooling only when required.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe result is faster engine warm-up, improved thermal efficiency, stable operating temperatures and reduced engine load. 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Re-install ensuring that the thermostat housing is clean and a new gasket is used if required.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEWP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e INSTALLATION – disabling Mechanical water pump\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLeaving the mechanical water pump in place, install the EWP\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e into the bottom radiator hose and remove the manufacturer’s thermostat.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eYou will need to bypass the water pump pulley by installing an appropriate length belt (not supplied). This method makes for an easy installation.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIf running the pump continuously remove the thermostat and drill two approx. 3mm (1\/8\") holes in the thermostat plate to allow some coolant circulation. 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