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Tim89LXvert · 05-20-2002, 01:18 PM

I installed one of ARP oil pump shafts with my HV FMS oil pump and stock distributor.

I endend up grining the distributor end down until it would fit. Fortunately the oil pan and intake manifold were off because the engine was out of the car.

Just make sure that there is no bind in the oil pump and distributor when you tighten everything up. You don't wan't to fry your pump like that.

I have heard similar thinkg from other late model guys using the shaft. I am guessing it is because of distributor differences with the roller distributor.

05-20-2002, 01:18 PM	#2
Tim89LXvert Registered Member Join Date: Sep 1998 Location: Toledo, Ohio, USA Posts: 269	I installed one of ARP oil pump shafts with my HV FMS oil pump and stock distributor. I endend up grining the distributor end down until it would fit. Fortunately the oil pan and intake manifold were off because the engine was out of the car. Just make sure that there is no bind in the oil pump and distributor when you tighten everything up. You don't wan't to fry your pump like that. I have heard similar thinkg from other late model guys using the shaft. I am guessing it is because of distributor differences with the roller distributor. __________________ 1989 LX Convertible, blue with white top and leather, 5 speed. Engine: GT40 al. heads, Cobra intake, TFS cam, 1.7RR, etc.... LOLDrivetrain: SPEC II clutch & FMS Billet flywheel, Pro 5.0 shifter w/Cobra knob and aluminum driveshaft through 3.73:1 gears.Chassis: 4 wheel disk w/Cobra front brakes, GT rears and 2001 "Bullitt" wheels Rear: MM adjustable LCAs with Griggs springs, KYB shocks. Front: Koni red struts, FMS "C" springs and full poly bushings. Full length MM sub frame connectors, steeda 2pt. K-brace.Misc.: 130a alt. upgrade, R134a conversion. Photos of my car