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Another of those "oh crap" moments.

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So in an effort to sort out my low oil pressure situation on the 550 project, I got into the sump this morning. As soon as I looked in I had that moment. I was hoping for the oil pump screen to be clogged but no such luck. Everything clean and pristine. No sludge, no shavings, nothing that would account for the problem.

So now it seems I am facing a defective oil pump. Sadly, they don't make them anymore but fortunately I have a spare engine that I guess I can steal from. Not that I want to have to do that as I don't know its history but I guess you gotta do what you gotta do.

Now it doesn't look like a real easy job and could be difficult to do in the bike so I'm wondering if it will be easier with the engine out?

What do the experts recommend?

As always, all input is greatly appreciated.

Cheers,
spyug
 
How about running the spare engine while you tear into this one?
Take your time, find a good used pump if that's what it needs?
 
How about running the spare engine while you tear into this one?
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That thought had gone through my mind but its the one with the modified igniter/pickup setup and I'd have to rewire it. Plus the thought of pulling it from its frame and switching with this one then back again is not appealing. I had hoped this one would be a quick fixer up and I'd have it on the road......well I guess not.

I think I found a pump fairly locally anyway so I think I'll go that route. I have the 750 to ride so there's no great rush. I want to get back to the Kat project to finish it up for sale so I guess this one can go to the back of the list for awhile.

Its going to be musical bikes in the man cave for awhile yet I guess.

Cheers,
Spyug
 
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