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Old 07-11-2016, 11:45 AM
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Yes it was a new cam. No I didn't break in the cam with a bronze gear. What's wrong with the oil pump?

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Old 07-11-2016, 12:09 PM
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It takes a lot of power (stress) to turn a 80 psi pump. Maybe the gear isn't up to the task. Hook up a drill to the pump, spin it and you will see how much power it takes.

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