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Old 01-12-2009, 11:25 AM   #22
MacAttack
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Re: "Don’t tighten it any more - it’s going to crack"!

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Originally Posted by MylilBowTie View Post
What could damage the front pump? I've always heard that it could but never knew the reason why.
I have no idea, but a 3/8-16 bolt tightened enough to crack the flange off a bell housing more-than-likely put enough end pressure on the pump to possibly break something inside (it flew about ten feet from the engine). That’s why I went to my tranny guy prior to the welder - just to get his perspective and considering I’ve been using him since the late 80’s, I really doubt he’s going to try to rip me off. This work is more insurance than anything and peace of mind for me.

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