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CSX153
04-30-2009, 12:12 AM
I've always just used what autozone stocked, which is Melling and never had any problems. But i've been thinking about trying a Mopar one this time. what do you guys prefer?

thanks
Gaboon
04-30-2009, 09:05 AM
If you're speaking about the MP high volume pump, it isn't required and actually robs HP.

I use a stock pump.
CSX153
04-30-2009, 09:17 AM
I'm talking about a stock mopar pump and stock melling.
CSX153
04-30-2009, 09:44 AM
Is the sealed power pump good?
CSX153
04-30-2009, 09:06 PM
No one knows huh.
puppet
04-30-2009, 11:39 PM
They're both good oil pumps. (Melling or SP)
CSX153
04-30-2009, 11:51 PM
thank you
turbovanmanČ
05-01-2009, 12:38 AM
I prefer and reuse the stock pumps, I feel and have found they provide better oil pressure if in good shape. For added insurance, I put the MP spring kit in, :thumb:
CSX153
05-01-2009, 08:22 AM
are you talking about the pump that came in your car from the factory? how are those spring kits?
turbovanmanČ
05-01-2009, 12:44 PM
are you talking about the pump that came in your car from the factory? how are those spring kits?

Yes, aluminum body. You take it apart, inspect for wear, if ok, put back together with MP #P3690944.
CSX153
08-23-2009, 01:23 AM
What about using that spring kit in a non mopar pump. Any benifits?
turbovanmanČ
08-23-2009, 02:03 AM
What about using that spring kit in a non mopar pump. Any benifits?

I wouldn't risk it, no idea what oil pressure you'll have.
CSX153
08-23-2009, 02:06 AM
ok thanks
CSX153
08-23-2009, 02:15 AM
but in this thread http://www.turbo-mopar.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1685&highlight=P3690944 you suggested to use the spring in either the melling or sp pump.
turbovanmanČ
08-23-2009, 02:46 AM
but in this thread http://www.turbo-mopar.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1685&highlight=P3690944 you suggested to use the spring in either the melling or sp pump.

I did but you asked if you could use that spring in another engine type oil pump, or that's what I implied you were asking. If you want to use that spring in an OEM replacement for OUR engines, then yeah, its fine to use.
CSX153
08-23-2009, 02:51 AM
i didnt say any spring, i said "that spring", the one you were talking about, in an SP or melling. but i think you thought that i meant any oil pump other then ours. so you've use that spring kit in either of those pumps?
turbovanmanČ
08-23-2009, 02:54 AM
i didnt say any spring, i said "that spring", the one you were talking about, in an SP or melling. but i think you thought that i meant any oil pump other then ours. so you've use that spring kit in either of those pumps?

Yes, I've used it in Melling pumps. Right now, using a good stocker in the van with that spring, 75 psi at 2500 rpm, :amen:
CSX153
08-23-2009, 03:03 AM
Cool. I got an SP in my motor right now and I wouldn't mind having a little bit more oil pressure. I assume it's pretty easy to install, would I need any special tools?

Thanks
turbovanmanČ
08-23-2009, 03:20 AM
You remove the cotter pin, then drill a hole on the cap, put a sheet metal screw in and use pliers to remove it-NOTE which way the cap goes, I didn't one time and put it in backwards, :banghead: Then remove spring, valve, clean up shavings, lube up valve, install new spring, cap and copper pin, :thumb:
CSX153
08-23-2009, 03:22 AM
Thanks.
CSX153
08-24-2009, 02:15 PM
Does anyone know if summit still carries these? I typed in the part number and it couldn't find it. I called a dealer and they didn't have one
turbovanmanČ
08-24-2009, 05:03 PM
How long to order it?
CSX153
08-24-2009, 07:07 PM
back order. so i bought two from here

http://www.centralhp.com/viewitem.php?productID=MOP-3690944