I like the Honda engines, but I use general pumps because the parts are so much less expensive. CAT is a better all overall pump, but I can repack, with labor, a general pump three times for the price of one CAT repack
For me it is not hard at all. I can do it in about 25 minutes, and be up and running again.
There are tools that you can use to make it a little easier, a packing removal tool and an installation tool. I do without, but I would really probably be better off if I used them.
I learned by watching apressure washer mechanic do it, and had it figured out. FWIW, I can also buy a new General pump cheaper than I can repack a CAT, go figure.
The only way to go. I have a kohler/cat with 2250 hrs and still running with no problems. The key is to change the oil (both) at intervals of 50hrs run time.
You do not have to change the pump oil at 50hrs but for the cost, it cant hurt. Just my two cents.
Scott,
I have seen it done with the tools you mention,it is very efficient.The tool kit runs about $100.
I am curious how you do it without the tools.I have not had a need to rebuild,but would like some insight on how it can be done without the slide hammer and repacker.
I use internal pliers to get the brass out of the head, and good old thumb pressure to install. Grease everything. Cat is the only pump I have to use a special tool on because the brass screws out.
Tim,
I think Steven Rowlett can get the tool kit for the seals and packings.I watched Steven rebuild a pump(using the kit) while in TN earlier this year in under 40 minutes.I think it comes with the fitting for several different brand pumps.
I got strong fingers. If that does ot work, I use a Ford stereo removal tool, basically a piece of wire that has a point on opposing sides, that has a u about 3 inches long. I insert the packing the same way as above.