Oil pump change

[mole42]

is it possible to change the oil pump without removing the exhaust downpipe ?

thanks, Richard

[Peter707R]

Depends on the clearance - the “nose” of the pump is only about an inch from memory but it depends what happens with the drive shaft, if it comes down with the pump it’ll be a challenge to manoeuvre in a tight space.

[steve.n]

Richard, I think i managed to do it with a struggle but it was around 25 years ago so I might be wrong. Somebody on here could have a better answer.
Steve.

[I am Groot]

I had to remove the bolts and lever the downpipe out of the way. It wasn't quite possible otherwise bit to tight although it was a very close call and maybe you might just do it.

[rwdstag]

Just remove the down pipe
you will have to do it one day and copper ease it so next time it will be even easier
good luck
Rich

[mole42]

Thanks guys. I have a new exhaust to fit anyway, it�s been sitting in my garage since December.....

i was just hoping to do the oil pump as a separate job when I do the oil & filter change tomorrow.

[DJT]

It can be done if you remove the distributor, complete with the hexagonal drive shaft. Fiddly, but possible.