LS Oil Pump Shimming- (correct method)
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Published 2021-02-24
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All Comments (21)
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Finally a video that shows the proper install of a LS oil pump! it is refreshing to find a youtube HOW TO video from someone that knows HOW TO! Thanks so much!
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Wow..... I would have just slapped it on and never thought about it needing adjustment. Thanks for the video, I'll be doing this job soon.
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This is the same technique I used on my 2005 5.3 with a new Melling M295HV pump. I could only get 0.0015" feelers into it though --- but it got centered just like yours. Thanks for making me feel good about doing this pump.
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Doing my first LS build and this has been really helpful. Thank you.
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Melling doesn't even show this in their install video... i offer Warranties with my engines. Ive had an average of 2 out of 20 ruin a crank in break in. I couldnt understand why. But i started doing this and i havent had a claim since.... i been looking for this video that taught me this, for months. thank you
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wow i’m actually really glad I stumbled upon this video, i’m pretty new to LS engines and i’m doing an oil pump on my truck here shortly and this popped up on my suggested. thanks 👍
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Your method absolutely worked for me cause my 685hp ls1 is still alive and excellent oil pressure...thanks
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Awesome explanation. I’ve always done this. But i like your method better, by removing the shims. When you torque down the cover, there’s usually two of the bolt holes that have flattened edges, making them look slotted. I believe they are there to center the cover and should be the first two to install and snug down.
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Much easier than other methods I've seen. Thanks.
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Thanks for the video. Used it to set mine up tonight after my first cam install. Feels good knowing it’s all done and done right.
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Thank You sir for the informative and simple process of shimming the oil pump. Keep up the good videos. Have A Productive Day! 🛻🚚🚛
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Thanks for that tidbit of information. Getting ready to rebuild 5.3L LC9 block and this looks to be the easiest method for centering the gear.
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I've installed thousands of these oil pumps over the years and have never done this or heard of this and have never had Any failures or low oil pressure do to pump failure
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I'm performing a LS rebuild procedure very soon and I'm subbing you because you sound very helpful
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Wow - that is vastly simpler than the other methods I've seen.
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Nicely explained I always wonder why people skip this simple step on, arguably, the most important engine component.
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I'm about to swap my harmonic balancer in my C5 and will replace the timing set and oil pump while I am in there, this was very useful!
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You should really do some giveaways this channel needs to grow this is valuable DIY info!!! Definitely helping me build my first engine!!
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melling instructions in the box mentioned none of this, i just sent her down and been great pressure for years. technically all it should change is the ratio of compression because it floats offset anyway. if it was so important there would be dowels for the oil pump
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Going to the parts store to go get new filler gauges now, Thanks for this informational video!
