Oil pickup tube bolt HELP!
06-24-2009, 08:33 PM
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Oil pickup tube bolt HELP! can anyone help me out, i cant get that oil pump pickup tube bolt back on at all. im in the middle of a heads/cam swap... i lowered the pan a good 1/2 inch and i still cant fit that bolt through
. can anyone plz help me out Thanks!
. can anyone plz help me out Thanks! 
06-24-2009, 09:10 PM
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I am about to do the same thing...go to www.LS1howto.com and read the write ups. Take your time and make sure that the rubber o-ring is not pinched...I have never done it before myself, I will be watching to see what others say
06-24-2009, 09:27 PM
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that actiually i the guide i am following... but its like they overlooked how difficult it is to put that bolt back in unless you have SUPER skinny fingers! if anyone can help me out id appreciate it!
if anyone can help me out id appreciate it! 
06-24-2009, 09:33 PM
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I wrapped that damn little bolt with a strand of electrical wire, just stiff enough to I could guide the bolt into place and so I wouldnt drop the bolt into the pan!
Once i got the bolt started, i removed the wire and finished the job.
Patience is the key.
Once i got the bolt started, i removed the wire and finished the job.
Patience is the key.
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06-25-2009, 07:53 AM
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I know its too late now, but I had to use a ratcheting wrench and the wire wire trick. I just got done with my HCI 3 days ago. Once u have that oil pump thing done its down hill just dont get in a hurry.
06-25-2009, 12:04 PM
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its like you need anorexic fingers or some **** lol. but i just used a magnetic pen to hold the bolt in place while i thread it with my pointer finger... im hoping thats my last time doing an oil pump 
