Hi Ron,
That is the driveshaft bushing that the others have spoke of. It is also
called an Intermediate Shaft Bushing, or Oil Pump Driveshaft Bushing.
You will need to replace the bushing.
There is a discussion about replacing it here:
http://www.moparchat.com/forums/showthread.php?t=59897
Or here:
http://www.moparmusclemagazine.com/howto/mopp_0101_how_to_resto_spec_build_a
_340_engine/index.html
It is available from multiple sources, as it is used in all V6-V8's, the 2.2
and 2.5 mopar 4 cyl, and all the way up to the Magnum engines. So, you can
get it from the dealer, Mancini Racing, or any number of parts houses
(AutoZone, Advanced Auto, etc should be able to order it.).
Mancini has it here:
http://chucker54.stores.yahoo.net/inshbuv1.html
Or
Part number would be P1737725 for a dealer or any other parts source you may
want to use (Summit, Jegs, Etc). Might have to drop the P, but that is what
I have found.
The REAL issue is that it needs to be installed with a special tool that
will seat it properly. It has to be burnished into place. It cannot be
just dropped in, or pounded in with a drift. You can google for the tool,
as it is common.
Summit Racing carries it-
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/OTC-6293/
The problem is, it is expensive, so if you are going to do LOTS of rebuilds,
it is worth it. If not, well, it's not. The solution is simple. If you
have not yet done so, when you send the block out to have it cleaned,
degreased, honed, etc, just supply the machine shop with the bushing and
have them install it. I've never seen a machine shop yet who could not do
this- as this bushing set-up is common to MOST american engines. And, the
bushing is CHEAP- so no reason NOT to change it.
Have Fun,
Charles
On 7/16/10 8:49 PM, "Ron Waters" <ronbo97@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> OK, the shaft is out.
>
> The block was mounted on an engine stand. I rotated the block 180 degrees so
> that it was upside down, then I drove the shaft out with a screwdriver. It
> came out with a T-shaped copper bushing attached. The bushing is 1" wide by
> 1.25 " tall. This is what the shaft was stuck on.
>
> Initially, the bushing was stuck on the shaft. But I managed to remove it
> without damage. Is this bushing easily available ? Should I reuse it, or get
> a new one ?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Ron
>
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