I have always been advised to replace the pump when you have the engine out
since it does not cost that much and if it dies it will probably take the
engine with it.
Graham
68 1600
----- Original Message -----
From: Paul <paul@winresearch.com>
To: <datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, October 19, 1999 6:45 PM
Subject: oil pump
> I finally got the engine out of my 67 1600 and got it on the stand. I'm
> replacing all the gaskets and generally cleaning everything up. Does
> anyone know what potential problems to look for on the oil pump? I'd
> hate to get the engine back in the car and find out I have no oil
> pressure!
>
> The pump itself looks pretty simple, but so did the idea of marriage
> about 20 years ago. Is there a test I can perform on the pump outside
> the engine? Any help would be appreciated.
>
> Paul
> 67 1600
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