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#24371 05/30/2004 5:18 PM | Joined: Jul 2003 Posts: 252 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Jul 2003 Posts: 252 | Yes, I've removed the pan. My PROBLEM....how does one remove the oil pump? both of my motors have these recessed,round headed bolts holding the pump in place. Why does it always seem like the easiest things have to be purposly made difficult by the factory? | | |
#24372 05/30/2004 5:41 PM | Joined: Feb 2004 Posts: 29,780 Kettle Custodian (pot stirrer) | | Kettle Custodian (pot stirrer) Joined: Feb 2004 Posts: 29,780 | Are they the "clutch" head bolts, with a recess that looks kinda like a figure "8"? If so, there's a special wrench available that fits them. Once they're out, replace them with Allen bolts, or something similar that's easier to find a properly-fitting wrench. most professional-level parts stores will be able to supply you with clutch-head socket wrenches, or your friendly Snap-On dealer will have a listing on them, too. They're a little pricey, but necessary if you're working on an old Stovebolt!
Jerry
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#24373 05/30/2004 7:42 PM | Joined: Jan 2001 Posts: 5,337 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Jan 2001 Posts: 5,337 | It's easer than you think if done right.
On the inside of the engine on the oil pump mount you will see a bolt with a lock nut.
loosen the lock nut (5/8'wrench) then back out the bolt(1/2" wrench) till the pump lifts out. DO NOT TOUCH THE ROUND HEADED BOLTS ON THE OUTSIDE!!!!!
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#24374 05/30/2004 9:40 PM | Joined: Jul 2003 Posts: 252 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Jul 2003 Posts: 252 | Thanks guys, after I shot a little brake cleaner up there to degrease, the situation became much clearer. Got it out, and new pump on the way. Thanks again. | | |
#24375 05/30/2004 10:00 PM | Joined: Feb 2004 Posts: 29,780 Kettle Custodian (pot stirrer) | | Kettle Custodian (pot stirrer) Joined: Feb 2004 Posts: 29,780 | Man, it's been a long time since I was inside the pan on one of those engines! Thanks for the correction!
Jerry
"It is better to be silent and be thought a fool than to speak and eliminate all doubt!" - Abraham Lincoln
Cringe and wail in fear, Eloi- - - - -we Morlocks are on the hunt!
There is nothing noble in being superior to your fellow man; true nobility is being superior to your former self. - Ernest Hemingway
Love your enemies and drive 'em nuts!
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