Power steering issues

[7DCUDA383A]

Before I call I want to know if this is easily fixed . This is a Saginaw pump , " canned ham style " , looks great but the top bolt has gaps in it , do I just add washers to tighten it up , the bottom bolt fits but it hits the motor and I can't fit the belt on at all , do I just get a bigger belt , any opinions welcomed , here are some pics .

 

[One of few]

Before you run with my suggestion, are you sure you are using the correct bracket? If your absolutely sure…..

Measure that gap, and cut a small piece of stainless tubing that slides over that bolt to fill that space.

 

[Challenger RTA]

Thinking you need to flip the back bracket. That might be the problem if I remember. Or is the the alternator I'm thinking of.

 

[7DCUDA383A]

Before you run with my suggestion, are you sure you are using the correct bracket? If your absolutely sure…..

Measure that gap, and cut a small piece of stainless tubing that slides over that bolt to fill that space.

I ordered it from 440Source thinking its right , so not mad it doesn't match up perfectly just want to know if its ok to add a bushing and bigger belt .

 

[7DCUDA383A]

Thinking you need to flip the back bracket. That might be the problem if I remember. Or is the the alternator I'm thinking of.

I don't think it would thread correctly then , but will look again , I'm always out in the garage looking but it has been super cold here in the Midwest .

 

[Challenger RTA]

it has been super cold here in the Midwest

I understand that! Do you have service manual?

 

[7DCUDA383A]

I understand that! Do you have service manual?

No , I rely on you , lol .

 

[7DCUDA383A]

No , I rely on you , lol .

Just kidding but do like the input from y'all .

 

[Challenger RTA]

Just kidding but do like the input from y'all .

Go here and download one. Service Manuals – MyMopar More info here too. Service manual

 

[mopar jack]

don't know where the water pump housing came from but on my big blocks the boss that the bracket bolts to appears to be too short. I would try some bushings and for the belt try one a half inch longer.

 

[Challenger RTA]

Maybe this will help.