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Old 02-22-2010, 09:49 AM   #27
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Originally Posted by RamAir95TA View Post
Yes they do. Although nowadays LT1 guys stick with the Melling Select pumps (10552 and 10554, high volume and standard volume respectively).

I used the 10552 high volume pump for my 383, but only because I have a modified oil system and a 7-quart pan.

A high volume pump for 90% of builds nowadays is not needed and just puts unnecessary stress on the oil pump drive gear.
Well, I mentioned this because of the casting change of the M55x units and their habit of breaking during high performance use. They even come with a disclaimer. The "Melling Select" is Melling's high peformance line.

I went with a Milodon pump because of all of this BS. Melling may have redesigned the pumps in the past year or so but I didn't want to risk it.
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