Farmall 200

[Tomcat0188]

I'm working on a Farmall 200 I just got. Having to replace the cam gear and get it running. I am checking and cleaning the oil pan and pump while I have it off. I have a question about the oil pump float. Mine has a small hole on the top that looked like it was soldiered up at one time. Can anyone tell me if it is supposed to be open or soldiered. I have included pictures of the float.

 

[used red MN]

Per the part picture in the 1st link it appears your pick-up screen was accidentally pierced at one point. It should be sealed some way. I personally would braze it closed, but solder would work. If you can not perform those operations JB weld would probably be fine. I would rough up the area with 80 -100 grit emery paper first. One other suggestion on the oil pump is the covers on those pumps tend to warp. This can cause the oil pressure to be low. In the 2nd link is a video showing you how to fix that.
Pump screen with no hole

Pump repair video

 

[Tomcat0188]

Thanks! I was thinking it was supposed to float on top of oil to keep sludge and dirt out as much as possible. I will get the hole braised.