Melling Engine Oil Pump P/N:M-55HV
Keep engine oil circulating at stock volume and pressure with the Melling oil pump M-55. It is a standard-replacement gear-type pump with a cast iron housing and cover. It fits many vehicles, among them the 1988-1994 Chevrolet C1500 4.3L / 5.0L / 5.7L, 1988-1994 Chevrolet K1500 4.3L / 5.0L / 5.7L and 1958-1985 Chevrolet Impala 3.8L / 4.3L / 4.4L / 4.6L / 5.0L / 5.3L / 5.7L / 6.6L / 6.7L. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.
Specs: gear-type pump driven by a drive shaft; inlet and pickup tube size 0.500 in (13 mm); two 0.25 in (6 mm) mounting holes. The pump cover and gears are included. The pickup screen, drive shaft, intermediate shaft, gasket or seal, O-ring and bolts are not included. The listed applications use one pump.
As the engine oil pump, it draws oil from the pan through the pickup and pushes it through the engine's oil passages to lubricate bearings and other moving parts. Signs the pump may need replacing include low oil pressure readings, an oil pressure warning light or valvetrain noise. Diagnose the cause before replacing any parts.
What does the M-55 pump do?
It draws oil from the pan through the pickup and pushes it through the engine's oil passages at standard volume and standard pressure. It uses a steel gearset in a cast iron housing.
Is this a Melling high volume or high pressure oil pump?
No. The M-55 is a standard volume, standard pressure stock replacement pump, and it has no adjustable bypass pressure.
What is included in the box?
The pump with its cover and gears. The pickup screen, drive shaft, intermediate shaft, gasket or seal, O-ring and bolts are not included, so consult the vehicle service information for the correct fasteners.
Does it fit the 1988-1994 Chevrolet C1500 4.3L / 5.0L / 5.7L and 1988-1994 Chevrolet K1500 4.3L / 5.0L / 5.7L?
Yes. It is listed for the 1988-1994 Chevrolet C1500 4.3L / 5.0L / 5.7L and 1988-1994 Chevrolet K1500 4.3L / 5.0L / 5.7L. Check the Buyer's Guide tab for your exact vehicle.
What are the inlet and mounting specs?
The inlet and pickup tube size is 0.500 in (13 mm), and the pump has two 0.25 in (6 mm) mounting holes. It is driven by a drive shaft and has a rust preventative finish.
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