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There's no way I could tighten it anymore without breaking it. I ordered another one so maybe I'll do a little experiment with the old one.



If you can't tighten any more i would check the thread on the pump,If everything turns out good and you want added insurance i have seen guys tack weld the pick up.

Also when you found dropped the pan could you move the pick up by hand??


Yes I could move the pick-up by hand. The end of the pick-up was up tight against the windage tray, but I was able to move it easily.
I don't think the problem is the pump because I replaced it last time I had this problem just to make sure. This is what's frustrating about it. If its not tight enough, it gets loose. If its too tight i break something! This shouldn't be this damn complicated. Its just a stupid pipe thread, but I'm sick and tired of pulling my damn engine to get the pan off every time to check it!

74 Dart Sport