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Expert: Kevin Pilotte - 7/6/2009


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Changing the RMS looks like it'll require my removing the transmission.  True?  However I do it, when I have the oil pan off, should I go ahead and change the oil pump?  The car has 110K miles.

Answer
Yes, you will have to remove the transmission.
The oil pump is subjective. It has been submerged in oil for 110,000 miles; it probably isn't worn excessively. However, being that you are in there anyway, go ahead and replace it. You are going to have to replace the oil pan gasket, too. Don't use a cork gasket for the pan, it will leak.

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Kevin Pilotte

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I can answer many technical questions relating to AMC vehicles prior to 1979. I also have experience with Rambler & Nash vehicles.

Experience

I am a former AMC technician, service writer and service manager. I have worked in AMC dealers in Illinois in the 70's. After college, I was a Field Service Rep for American Motors Sales Corporation, working out of the Chicago Zone office. I traveled to AMC dealers assisting in the diagnosis and repair of AMC vehicles. I was also the Area Training Manager for DeLorean Motor Company. I have 10+ years as an Automotive Instructor. I have modified and restored
numerous AMC vehicles. I have been working on AMC vehicles for over 30 years.

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I have been an ASE Certified Master Technician since 1975. This includes L1. I am also currently a Toyota Certified Master Diagnostic Technician.

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I have articles in "American Motoring", the official publication of the American Motors Owners Association. They are the largest AMC club in the world.

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I have a certificate I printed out from a website.

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