[big-al]

when I bought my bullet it had a up-ratrated pump just fitted.  After not many miles the floating bush went with shortage of oil.  when rebuilding the the only thing I could find was the oil spindle would not turn. if I loosened the nuts the spindle turned fine, but it would have let oil run out. Gave hankocks a ring had a word with them and they said that you need softer spring either end.  Put in the springs tried it worked great but I also put in new worm drive as well.  Just test the worm drive with your fingers should turn easy before you put it back on the bullet.  All the best

[Darth Sid]

Well, if I change any part of the oil pump assembly, I'll get new springs, too. I'll keep it in mind. Thanks.

[elan]

Just out of intrest, how often do you change your oil quill seal cork? or do you run neoprene?

[Darth Sid]

Just out of intrest, how often do you change your oil quill seal cork? or do you run neoprene?

Is that the one behind the large bolt on the timing cover? Don't remember when it was changed last...

[Darth Sid]

So, I didn't get the oil pumps changed. Consulted my mechanic back in my hometown and he said if they're working fine they should not be disturbed. New oil pumps may not always match perfectly and that can do more harm than good. According to him, they'll run fine until they run dry. I agree. 'If it ain't broke, don't fix it.'
Besides, I just spent a bit of cash on the gearbox - new bearings (2RS), layshaft bush, free gear, kick shaft assembly (genuine RE old model - shop had that piece for the last 20 years! Sold it to me. Lucky me!) and some small parts like all springs and seals. Then there are the fork tubes, steering head bearing assy and front brake plate. New paint on the fenders, too.