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Old May 15, 2012 | 10:08 AM
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Hi guys

I have a quick question
I am rebuilding the oil pump on my shovel, new gaskets and stuff.

Main body and gears are back in place and I only have to install the lock ring on the shaft
There are 2 lock rings in the rebuild kit, one with ears and one without.
The old one on the bike had no ears.

So I was wondering if I can use the one with ears or it would mess something up?
If I need to use the one without ears.. is there a specific tool to install it?
Thanks!

I rebuilt another oil pump about 8 years ago... and don't remember going through this dilemma
 
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Old May 15, 2012 | 01:53 PM
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lock ring with ears goes inside the cam case--- wont fit on the other end-- the "C" clip use a pick and slip it on the shaft.. if ya dont have a oil light or a gauge be super sure it got oil pressure .. those little keys have a way of moving or falling out..
 
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done! easier than I thought
 
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