What to do with my Scamp?

Syleng1 said

Oil pump is a bolt on device to the outside of the block. Easy enough to swap out OR pull yours apart and check the relieve spring. Honestly it is possibly a wear issue and oil leaking down thru worn bearings and parts.

I ALWAYS love a V8 but depends on your mechanical level and pocketbook.
I wish I was closer because I would be glad to help you with diagnosing this engine.

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Oh, I also pulled the relief spring on the pump and cleaned and polished it.

As for mechanical knowledge, I have done 3 engine swaps, and I rebuilt a 440 one time for my old 71 charger that I sold years back. So a 5.9 swap wouldn't be too difficult. Its just time and money.

I don't want this thing to sit for an eternity... If I had more time, I'd definitely do the 5.9 swap. But I might do it anyway... keep the opinions coming, it helps!