96 speedster pump rebuild

[cncsignman]

I'm rebuilding the right pump on my 96 speedster. New bearings, wear ring, impeller shaft and anti rattle cone. I know I have to pressure test the new bearings on the rebuilt pump after adding the oil. I'm only changing oil and adding a no rattle cone to the left pump. Do you need to pressure test after an oil change in the left pump?

 

[Andy4k6]

Yep, you should pressure check every time you do anything with the pump.

It's also good practice to ensure the seals are working correctly.

Don't forget your loctite 515/518, when you rebuild the bits and pieces.

Andy

 

[cncsignman]

Thanks! Where would one find a pressure gauge to test?

 

[Andy4k6]

I think the official way is with a pop off tester however I belive it is cheaper to make one with a bike pump and pressure gauge.

A quick search will probably find a build your own pop off tester thread.

Andy

 

[cncsignman]

The manual shows about 5 different locktite numbers. Is there one that will work for all parts??

 

[MLars]

I just use blue on everything. Works for me, but probably not recommended.

 

[cncsignman]

Putting the pump back together tomorrow. How much play in the shaft against the thrust bearings should there be when the impeller is installed?

 

[cncsignman]

Well... I got the pumps rebuilt this morning and put the boat in the water this afternoon. The boat ran great!! It's a good feeling when you can do your own repairs. Thanks for all the help guys!!!

 

[Mask1]

Well... I got the pumps rebuilt this morning and put the boat in the water this afternoon. The boat ran great!! It's a good feeling when you can do your own repairs. Thanks for all the help guys!!!

Awesome to see you are back on the water !!!!

 

[cncsignman]

Thanks! Longest two weeks EVER!!!