rickyb_dj wrote:i have noticed that the oil pump chain is rather loose, i mean it wont come off the sprocket, but its loose none the less is this normal?

Glad you got it sorted Rick, your Christmas has come early

My 35 engine had a fairly slack pump chain and also my UK30 engine, i dont think thats an issue; unless i have had 2 dud engines

skinnydog0_0 wrote:

rickyb_dj wrote:i have noticed that the oil pump chain is rather loose, i mean it wont come off the sprocket, but its loose none the less is this normal?

Glad you got it sorted Rick, your Christmas has come early

My 35 engine had a fairly slack pump chain and also my UK30 engine, i dont think thats an issue; unless i have had 2 dud engines

count it 3 with mine then

rickyb_dj wrote:i have noticed that the oil pump chain is rather loose, i mean it wont come off the sprocket, but its loose none the less is this normal?

I don't think there supposed to be tight.. as long as it won't come off the sprocket it should be fine.. every engine i've seen has been like this.. dont' forget, when its going around it'll have more tension on it too.

Also the chain is constantly lubricated where it is, so it eliminates premature failure

Good to hear it is sorted! nicely done!

CMSMJ1 wrote:Good to hear it is sorted! nicely done!