Re: [FWDLK] Rebuilding an Oil Pump

[Dave Homstad <dhomstad@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Ron, 

Why not just buy a NEW oil pump? I would think it is the same as a later model 318 or even high volume 340. 

If the original pump was frozen, I would be suspect of the condition of the shaft and bushings. 

Dave Homstad 
56 Dodge D500

---- Ron Waters <ronbo97@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote: 
> Hey Gang -
> 
> I disassembled the oil pump from my 59 Dodge 326 V8. Initially it was frozen
> and wouldn't turn. But soaking in PB Blaster for a few minutes freed
> everything up and it spins fine now. What I did notice was that the two
> rubber O-rings inside were brittle and fell apart when I tried to remove
> them.
> 
> Does anyone know where I can get a rebuild kit ? The oil pump is part no.
> 1618949.
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> Ron
> 
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