Melling 10296 - High Pressure & High Volume Engine Oil Pump for Gen3 & Gen4 4.8L, 5.3L, 5.7L, 6.0L, & LS3 6.2L

Description

Melling high-performance oil pumps provide dependable performance every time in every application under the toughest RPM conditions. The Melling 10296 high-performance oil pump is engineered as a high-volume performance upgrade over the factory-style M295 and M296 oil pumps, delivering an 18% increase in oil volume displacement over both the M295 and standard-volume 10295 pump. This added displacement provides vital additional oil volume to support auxiliary oil coolers, remote filters, turbocharger oil feeds, and wider performance bearing clearances. The cast aluminum housing is CNC machined and hardcoat anodized, while the cast iron cover is CNC machined and phosphate coated for superior wear resistance, reduced friction, and long-term durability. Designed with serviceability in mind, the internal pressure relief valve features a screw-in valve plug and includes an optional lower stock-pressure spring to fine-tune your oiling system. Every Melling high-performance pump is individually bench-tested for flow and pressure under simulated engine operating conditions before packaging.

Features & Technical Highlights:

• 18% High-Volume Displacement: Delivers 18% more oil flow than the standard M295 and 10295 pumps, ensuring adequate lubrication volume for high-performance builds with external oil coolers, remote filter lines, or looser race bearing clearances.
• Hardcoat Anodized Housing: Precision CNC-machined cast aluminum body provides tight internal operating clearances and maximum resistance to galling and bore wear.
• Phosphate-Coated Cast Iron Cover: High-strength cast iron end plate prevents deflection under extreme pump loads and extends service life.
• Adjustable Pressure Relief Valve: Equipped with a threaded screw-in plug for reliable retention and includes an optional lower stock-pressure spring to customize pressure relief.
• Factory Pickup Compatibility: Designed to directly mate with standard 1-1/4" bolt-on oil pickup tubes.
• Complete Sealing Kit: Packaged complete with replacement oil pump and pickup screen mounting O-rings/seals for a reliable, leak-free installation.
• 100% Factory Tested: Individually dynamometer-tested by Melling for real-world flow and pressure performance before leaving the factory.
• Application Compatibility: Fits wet-sump GM Gen III and Gen IV LS-series engines; cannot be used on factory dry-sump LS7 and LS9 engines.