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Jan 20, 2004 | 09:41 PM

ghost_6

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oil pump

I'am changing the oil pump in my 85 bronco II and i was wondering if you have to prime it once it is installed...?or do you just install it,add the oil and start er up...?I have never done this before so any advice would be great...thanx

Jan 22, 2004 | 01:07 AM

scroob

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I would prime it. Several ways to do it. The best is to remove the distributor and turn the pump with an adapter shaft and electric drill.

Or, you could pull the coil wire and just crank it until the oil light goes out or pressure shows on the gauge.

Jan 22, 2004 | 09:26 PM

hreed

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Definately prime the pump before you start the engine. Before you install it pour oil into the pump and get the oil on the gears. Then turn it with a drill as stated above.