Oil Pumps with filter mounting boss?

Aug 26, 2003 3 Replies

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Ben Boyle

I have a Mexican engine with the pump. So far so good for me. It doesn't leak and I have read one opinion that the location in relation to the exhaust isn't as bad as some believe. I have read that upon startup the exhaust would help the engine oil to warm up and reach…

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Are these ok, or are they the death of the oiling system, as Berg would have one believe? I know that modifying the case for full-flow is considered the best option, but are these pumps ok? I've seen them on some MexiBeetles (esp. the engines with hydraulic lifters) and advertised by a few manufacturers as well. Given my new-found disgust with the quality of aftermarket parts (as compared with the originals), I'm not sure I'd put one on anyway, but I'm always interested in lifting the veil of ignorance, when at all possible. So any enlightenment, for or against, would be appreciated.



Gary



On Tue, 26 Aug 2003 00:16:21 -0400, "Ben Boyle" ran around screaming and yelling:

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Thanks Ben and Joey - I'll check out Hoover's site, and look into the OEM pump.

Thanks again,

Gary

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