Mep 003a injection pump

[Ploughshares]

Am in the process of disassembling a M50 injection pump that mounts on a Mep 003a generator. Like others I do not have the " pressing tool " for removal of the plunger retaining rings and seat. Have seen mentioned by others a customized " socket or pipe " tool that works. See in the pump disassembly guide ( figure 4 ) what appears to be a cutout that enables one to access the rings. Questions : Does the pressing tool sit on top of the spring seat ? How tall of a cutout do you need ? How far does spring seat travel before rings are visible ? Any other pointers would be greatly appreciated.

 

[R Racing]

Yes the tool does sit on top of the retainer.the slot should be a good inch if possible as the retainer will have to be pushed about 5/8 inch then you can use a small screw driver or magnet to pull out the 2 retaining clips.

 

[jamawieb]

I have rebuilt several pumps and I've always used a pair of needle nose with the 90 degree nose. I put the pump on the workbench sitting with the spring up and push down with the pliers until the retaining clips are free and then use a pick to get them out or in.

 

[storeman]

Wood dowel and a drill press works well also.
Jerry

 

[Ploughshares]

Was able to get the seat compressed and rings out. Now the trick will be to get those tiny rings back in during re-assembly. Also, want to try the " flow method " in order to time the IP. Thanks much to all who weighed in with their suggestions. I do enjoy reading so many helpful comments on this forum concerning generators and other topics.