Trying to install the HD oil pump and I'm not sure about the depth of the new longer studs. Do I bottom them out or just deep enough so I have a few threads showing at the nut. Seems almost like the hole is too deep.

C'mon guys. Somebody has to know.

They know, they are just hung over!

You shouldn't bottom them out. There's not a lot of pressure there so just put them in a good amount. You probably only need 10-15 threads at the least. I can't remember if the holes go all the way through.

Thank you. I don't know either if it goes all the way through but I know it is really deep.

Allan,

sorry for going off topic..
but which brand of pump is it and where did you get it...

(I'm looking for one and trying to re-educate myself on brands and prices)

brant

It's a Melling. I got it from Pelican. Don't remember exactly what it cost. Also, the gasket kit comes with an oil pump o-ring. I am watching Jakes video and he dosn't use one. Is this a type 1, 2, or 3 thing?

I have to put a different motor into a chassis with a front cooler already installed..

thought I would buy a better than stock pump for it..
Last time I bought a pump was 5 years ago, and it was a melling too... but I didn't know if that was still the preferred, and where to get it.

type IV, 2.0L

brant