I pulled the oil pump off of the Brat tonight. The back plate between the pump and the block cracked at the bottom. Where do I get another one? I have not called the local parts houses yet. I started here first. Thanks.

do you mean gasket?

No, I mean the aluminum plate between the block and the pump housing.

I will post pics this weekend.

It's part of the pump - you have to buy the whole thing. The plate is not availible seperately.

 

Next time don't pry so hard - twist and pull gently. Use the filter as a handle. Tap gently to get it started twisting.

 

The good news is that the pump's generally require replacement around every 100k miles or so. The EA81's definately benefit from a new pump. The EA82's and up don't need replacement as often it seems like. 20+ psi pressure at hot idle is what you want.

 

GD

Pressure was good, about 70psi while driving, 30-40 at idle. I only removed it to change the seals, they were really leaking. It had siezed to the block pretty good, and when it started to come loose, only one side started. Thanks guys.

Try Jason in Parts at Mike Scarf Subaru. If it's still available he can get it. Toll free: 1-866-528-5282.

Pressure was good, about 70psi while driving, 30-40 at idle. I only removed it to change the seals, they were really leaking. It had siezed to the block pretty good, and when it started to come loose, only one side started. Thanks guys.

 

Are you sure you didn't forget the 5th bolt off to the side?

 

oops, EA81

OK, I took the pump apart today to clean it up. I found out that it was broken before I started messing with it. I just finished the job. I will have to order one. This really sucks, I wanted to start driving it.