Jimz_RX7

OK, finally getting to post what I'm trying to figure out!

Have a 89 RX7 Convertible that starts ok, idles ok (fast about 3k then drops down), and drives ok at up-to 1/4 throttle.

Over 1/4 throttle this baby bucks and farts and totally loses it's guts. There was a code set that my mechanic friend checked out and said the oil metering pump is bad. The housing is visibly cracked, so I guess there's something to start with.

Trying to source a replacement OMP that I can afford. Ebay has a number of units, but not all are listed as for an 89.

So, brain-trust, can a defective OMP cause my symptoms, and where does one source a replacement OMP without bending over at the dealer?

Thanks! Jim

Aaron Cake

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If the metering oil pump has failed, the car will go into limp mode to protect the engine.

You should be able to find a used replacement pump in the classifieds section of this forum. Any pump from an '89 to '92 2nd gen will do the job.

Jimz_RX7

Thanks, Aaron-
I've located a OMP on the 'bay and am hoping that solves the problem.
It seems there is a virulent debate on pre-mixing vs OMP. Guess I'll try to keep it stock as long as I can.
Regards..........Jim