The motor is still in the car

 

Did you pack the oil pump with KY jelly? It should prime pretty quickly. You can disconnect the ignition module or Pull the fuel pump fuse or disconnect injectors what every is easiest for you to keep it from starting. (do not pull plug wires) Then just crank it and watch the oil pressure gage. Once you get the reading connect things back up and fire her up. Do not crank longer then 30 seconds, as it can over heat the starter. Wait 2 minutes before cranking again.

 

I haven't put her back together yet. I have petroleum jelly.

 

You do have the GM manual? Packing the pump is not just a trick in this application it is required. If you do not pack it you would need an external pump to prime it.

FYI I always pack all oil pumps, even new high end racing units that I prime on the engine stand.

 

I have only the Hayes but it does say to pack the oil pump

 

You should grab the factory manuals PDFs They are free

https://camaroforums.com/forum/camar...d-views-73894/

 

Thanks. Also what should I use to remove the old front oik seal?