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Hey guys, i have read multiple threads in regards to others having the same question. I've read that it is fine to leave the stock oil pump, chain and dampener in and just proceed with the cam but i have also heard the opposite. I currently have the new melling oil pump, new chain and dampener. I would like to install these parts but was definitely stuck on the oil pan portion of the project.
I read that i only need to drop the oil pan like 1/2 an inch, do i go around and unscrew all the bolts or are there certain ones i can unscrew? do i fully take off the oil cooler? any other things i should be taking off? lastly do i have to mess with the engine mounts at all? i did read that the gasket is reusable which helps a-lot but do i need to buy sealant and add it anywhere along the pan since it is dropped a little bit?
After the pan part the installation of the pump seems pretty straightforward. Mostly to be careful with potentially dropping the pick up tube bolt into the pan, make sure the o-ring is installed correctly and also ensure shimming of the oil pump.
I appreciate any feedback and any recommendations!
I read that i only need to drop the oil pan like 1/2 an inch, do i go around and unscrew all the bolts or are there certain ones i can unscrew? do i fully take off the oil cooler? any other things i should be taking off? lastly do i have to mess with the engine mounts at all? i did read that the gasket is reusable which helps a-lot but do i need to buy sealant and add it anywhere along the pan since it is dropped a little bit?
After the pan part the installation of the pump seems pretty straightforward. Mostly to be careful with potentially dropping the pick up tube bolt into the pan, make sure the o-ring is installed correctly and also ensure shimming of the oil pump.
I appreciate any feedback and any recommendations!