If the oil pump cover has wear grooves due to the gears, it is advisable to replace it. If this does not happen, the oil pressure may be lost, which is undesirable.
This cover is only suitable for 8 mm studs, for the older engines with 6 mm studs (up to 1967 ) you will have to flatten and reuse the old cover.
Look out! Never replace an old cover when installing a new oil pump. Don't forget to order the nuts for the cover.
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