Oil Pump Adapter on Block: Can It Be Replaced *pics*

[Ski Bum]

I have an extra 4G63T block that I would like to start rebuilding. Upon inspection I noticed that one of the mounts related to the oil pump is cracked. I cannot tell as I really dont know much about these blocks but it almost looks as if that entire adapter can be removed from the block. Can that section be removed and replaced?

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[luvmygst]

THat is actually the alternator mount. From the looks of it it only goes 1/2 inch or so back. You can either have it welded or just run it like it is, I dont think it would hurt anything. The alternator saddle just sits aroud it for the bottom mount. Good luck.

 

[PaulN]

Yep. I concur. That shouldn't be a problem at all since the alternator straddles that mount and a long bolt goes through it end to end. Don't sweat it, it should be just fine.

 

[wolf20043]

But yes, that is the oil pump/ front case and can be replaced.
Mike

 

[Ski Bum]

Sorry for the wrong identification and thanks for the quick responses guys! I'll run it then.

 

[steve]

But yes, that is the oil pump/ front case and can be replaced.

And should be replaced as part of rebuild.

Steve

 

[project_tsi]

Don't run it. The broken piece is part of the front cover/ oil pump assebly, and as a precaution, should be replaced during every rebuild. Fromt the pics it looks like yours has a few miles on it as is, and it needs to be replaced anyways. Better safe then sorry.

 

[Ski Bum]

Since I now know that it can be replaced it definitely will as anything replaceable will be during the rebuild.

Thanks again!