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Can you install a hi volume oil pump in a 258...

Discussion in 'Intermediate CJ-5/6/7/8' started by Mugzilla, Apr 17, 2010.

  1. Mugzilla

    Mugzilla Member

    ...with the engine still in the Jeep? Is there enough clearance to drop the stock pan, and do the work?
     
    Mugzilla, Apr 17, 2010
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  2. Mugzilla

    Mugzilla Member

    Anyone?
     
    Mugzilla, Apr 22, 2010
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  3. schaapveld4

    schaapveld4 1966 cj5 and 1980 cj7

    There should be enough clearance to drop the pan, I removed the one on my '80 cj7 to change the rear main seal a couple times in a row (what a pain) if I remember right a couple bolts are hard to get to because of the engine mounts but with some patience and a swivel for your socket set you should be able to get to them.
     
    schaapveld4, Apr 22, 2010
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  4. cj5dave

    cj5dave New Member

    You will have to lift the pass side motor mount but other then that it there are no other issues that I remember. I had mine out last year.
     
    cj5dave, Apr 22, 2010
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  5. Mugzilla

    Mugzilla Member

    I can replace the rear main seal while I am in there too? Sweet!

    Thanks guys!
     
    Mugzilla, Apr 22, 2010
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  6. cj5dave

    cj5dave New Member

    Forgot to mention as long as you are in there it would be wise to put in the Fel Pro one piece pan gasket.
     
    cj5dave, Apr 22, 2010
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