Re: alfa-digest V7 #594 - Spica Pump Removal

[Bernie & Diana Bennett <bennetts@domain.elided>]

Russ:

I'd probably emphasize breaking loose the injector pipes first?  Once the pump is loose,
the pipes can get twisted and crack? What do you think?

Best Wishes,
Brenham, TX


AlfaNeely@domain.elided wrote:

> In a message dated 3/28/99 11:28:18 PM Central Standard Time, owner-alfa-
> digest@domain.elided writes:
>
> << Alfist@domain.elided
>  Subject: SPICA Fuel Injection Removal
> stuff deleted.......



>        The pump is held to the front cover by four bolts.  Reach under the oil
> filter housing (the Spica oil filter, not the engine filter) and you will find
> the four bolts.  There is a bracket off the back of the pump extending to the
> motor mount.  Two bolts hold the bracket to the pump.  Or remove the motor
> mount and leave the bracket attached to the pump if you are going to Webers.
>

Maybe parts of this para. should come first? bjb

>         Take care to unbolt all lines, linkages (they just pop off with a
> screwdriver) and the thermostatic actuator.  All these parts are precious, so
> save them.  In fact, to preserve them pour oil everywhere and bag the parts.
> I like Marvel Mystery oil for that.
>         Now that it is off, back to my original question of why?  It you are going to
> Webers, they will hopefully come with instructions.  Rather than a block off
> plate, you can drill and tap the oil holes for set screws secured with Lock
> Tite.  (Grease the drill bit and the tap to keep metal cuttings out of the
> engine.)
>         Write if you have more questions.
> Ciao,
> Russ Neely

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