I crimped the oil chain and about to install the oil pump and button up everything. The oil chain snapped prior to failure so the oil pump may be suspect.

1) Is there anyway to check the oil pump works before installation?
2) Do I need to prime the engine with oil before starting it?
3) Any 'Got you' issues with oil pump/priming?

Any comment is appreciated.

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