Melling Performance 10296 oil pump for the 1999-2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 V8 5.3L, the 1999-2013 Silverado 1500 V8 4.8L, the 2003-2006 Silverado 1500 V8 6.0L and other vehicles moves engine oil through the engine as a high-volume, standard-pressure rotary pump. It is built for GM LS engines.
- High-volume rotary design with an 18% volume increase
- Cast aluminum housing, CNC machined and hardcoat anodized
- Cast iron cover, CNC machined and phosphate coated
- Relief valve with a screw-in valve plug
- Uses a 7/8 in. diameter standard bolt-on screen
- Each pump is individually tested for pressure and flow
Quick facts
- Part: Melling Performance 10296 oil pump
- Also called: engine oil pump
- Fits: the 1999-2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 V8 5.3L, the 1999-2013 Silverado 1500 V8 4.8L, the 2003-2006 Silverado 1500 V8 6.0L and other vehicles
- Material: Cast aluminum housing, cast iron cover, steel rotor
- Condition: New
Low oil pressure, an oil pressure warning light or engine noise can mean an engine oil pump is worn, though a faulty pressure sender or worn engine bearings can be behind the same signs, so find the cause before replacing the pump.
Fits
Popular GM trucks in the fit include the 1999-2012 GMC Sierra 1500 V8 5.3L and the 2000-2014 Chevrolet Tahoe V8 5.3L, and each takes one pump.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Inlet size: 1.200 in (30.50 mm)
- Pickup tube diameter: 0.875 in (22.00 mm)
- Mounting holes: 4, each 0.360 in (9.00 mm) in diameter
- Screen: 7/8 in. bolt-on, not included
Build and materials
- Type: rotary, high volume, standard pressure
- Drive type: crankshaft
- Housing: cast aluminum, anodized
- Cover: cast iron
- Rotor: steel
- Relief spring pressure: (Red) 70 PSI as manufactured; (Blue) 60 PSI and COPO 85 PSI optional
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: United States
In the box
One oil pump with its cover, gasket, O-rings for screen installation and an optional lower-pressure relief spring. The pickup screen, bolts and hardware are not included, so plan on new bolts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the right Chevy Tahoe oil pump for the 2000-2014 Tahoe V8 5.3L?
Yes. The Melling Performance 10296 fits the 2000-2014 Chevrolet Tahoe V8 5.3L, and that engine takes one pump. If your vehicle is not named here, look it up in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Is this a Chevy Silverado 1500 oil pump for the 2003-2006 Silverado 1500 V8 6.0L?
Yes. The Melling Performance 10296 fits the 2003-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 V8 6.0L, and that truck takes one pump.
Does the Melling 10296 include a pickup screen and bolts?
No. The pickup screen, bolts and hardware are not included. The pump comes with its cover, gasket, screen O-rings and an optional lower-pressure relief spring.
What pressure is the Melling 10296 oil pump set to?
It is set at 70 PSI (red) as manufactured, with an installed +10 psi higher-pressure relief spring. The optional lower standard-pressure spring is 60 PSI (blue).
Which screen does this high-volume oil pump take?
This oil pump uses a 7/8 in. diameter standard bolt-on screen with a 0.875 in (22.00 mm) pickup tube. The screen is not included.
