Oil pump recommendations

General Discussion
#1

Hi guys,
I am reassembling the engine of my ‘92 GTO VR4. I have found evidence that the engine in this car is from a 1993 onward car, because:
-It has the later model oil pump
-It has the four bolt engine
-It has the forged crank shaft

I need an oil pump because the clearances on the current one are outside the limits listed in the manuals, and the relief valve was severely scored and seized. I am looking online for a new pump, and have come across huge price differences. Evil Empire Performance charges 360 pounds for an oil pump, but I have found ones on eBay for 70 dollars. (New, and the same model as far as I can tell)

Can someone give me some advice?

#2

Try a search online for the exact part number or try here … I haven’t check the prices yet bt is a good resource
amayama trading

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#3

I ran into a similar problem with a transmission of a 93 SL model. Between 92 and 94, they basically used surplus parts for these cars to save money. In other words, you can have a 92 car with 93 parts, or a 93 with 91-92 parts and so on. Best way to be sure what parts you need is to check the vin number

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#4

Have you tried Mitsubishi themselves? If no luck there I’d go to a reputable motor factors and get a blue print part or similar quality.

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#5

Yeah, I will try a motor factors near me and see if they can order one. @Spursman

#6

Yes, will do that, thanks!

#7

Thanks for the info!

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#8

I need one and am going through Mitsubishi in NZ. I dont trust using a cheap one off eBay. Not cheap though even with a good deal

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