Correct O ring install-PU tube
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From: Fallbrook CA
Correct O ring install-PU tube
I assembled my LS6 last week. It came back to me from the machine shop as a short block. Anyway, the oil pick up tube and pans were not installed. I put everything together and was thinking I was about done until I read that thread about low oil pressure and O ring. Of course, I didn't install one. I have it apart now and I'd like to confirm I have it in the right place. Does this look right or down on the tube???
Thanks....gp
Thanks....gp
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From: ATLANTA GA
thats where it belongs, However, Id recomend you install it into the pump with some grease since u got the motor on a stand, youll be able to make sure its on the pump exactly where it belongs.
I did it this way on mine and it turned out well.
I did it this way on mine and it turned out well.
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Thanks guys. Now I can put it back together with confidence. I can't believe how close I came to destroying my new engine (no o ring). CF saved the day when I happend to read the low oil pressure post last night. Even though I hadn't torqued the oil pan yet and the gasket looks fine, I think I'll invest in a new oil pan gasket anyway. Thanks again.....gp
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Thanks guys. Now I can put it back together with confidence. I can't believe how close I came to destroying my new engine (no o ring). CF saved the day when I happend to read the low oil pressure post last night. Even though I hadn't torqued the oil pan yet and the gasket looks fine, I think I'll invest in a new oil pan gasket anyway. Thanks again.....gp
Had you had it, steps 5&6 would had prevented this gaggle.
From the service manual....
#5 Lubricate a NEW oil pump screen O-ring seal with clean engine oil.
#6 Install the NEW O-ring seal onto the oil pump screen.
