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Title: Prime tool
Post by: Yellow r code on April 09, 2025, 07:31:44 AM

What tool do you use to prime a 428 cj part number and brand?. I went to Summit and they can't seen to find the correct one. The hole opening for a Cj intake ( distributor) is like 1.995. Every tool summit gave me was like 1.325 . The 1.325 is the aluminum cap that centers the shaft in the hole in the intake. Way to small. Does any one have a part number and brand for the correct size tool to prime my motor with. Thanks again.

Title: Re: Prime tool
Post by: 67gtasanjose on April 09, 2025, 08:33:00 AM

The centering tool isn't required really. A set of good shoulders is adequate. I have never used any professional-quality tool for doing this on any engine (hundreds) I have built or replaced an oil pump on in over 50-years.

* my two penny's worth

Title: Re: Prime tool
Post by: ruppstang on April 09, 2025, 09:27:08 AM

A junk distributer shaft has worked just fine for me.

Title: Re: Prime tool
Post by: carlite65 on April 09, 2025, 09:56:31 AM

that is also what i have used for years.

Title: Re: Prime tool
Post by: J_Speegle on April 09, 2025, 10:26:27 PM

Like ruppstang I've often just used a distributor shaft attached to a good drill. Also have used a small tank (maybe 12 inches around and about 10 tall) that has a short hose to attach to the sender hook up, a air fitting and a shut off. Fill it mostly with oil and some air. Attach it too the engine and open the valve a little till you get oil flowing everywhere. Worked for my grand father in his garage down town for decades. 

Title: Re: Prime tool
Post by: AJ on April 09, 2025, 11:20:36 PM

Ive used all the above.  But back when i had more hair than money, i recall using 1/4 inch socket duct taped to a long 1/4 drive extention chucked tight.   Shadetree but got job done in a pinch.   

Title: Re: Prime tool
Post by: rockhouse66 on April 10, 2025, 08:50:53 AM

I think OEM Tools #27061 is the right one for Ford FE.  I note Summit says not available, but others have them.

Title: Re: Prime tool
Post by: TXBoss302 on April 21, 2025, 01:24:38 AM

Several tool lines offer a locking extension for peace of mind. That's all I've ever used. And I like being able to look down and see the oil circulating.

This may be the one I've used.. a bit pricey, but I'm sure you can find them in other lines (Blue-Point, Williams, MAC, etc)

https://shop.snapon.com/product/supplemental/1-4%22-Drive-11%22-Locking-Knurled-Extension/TMXKL110A

Obviously these have other uses to offset the cost.