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I have a 1993 F-150 in need of a new water pump. I have the old one off, but can't seem to find a new one that fits. All of the aftermarket pumps have two bends in the by-pass tube off of the side of the core. The factory one that came off of it had one bend, then a straight shot to the tubing connected to it. I have purchased four different water pumps and none have them have fit, due to the double bend. The tubing hits the alternator bracket and does not allow proper clearance for the bolts to line up on the block. I haven't purchased the Ford OEM pump due to price, does anyone know where I can get an aftermarket one that will fit?
Thanks in advance,
Taylor

05FordPower

Hey man not sure if this will help but the one at Napa 44009. It looks to have one bend in it I know I used it on my 88 and it worked ok.

TwistedRed

I had the same problem. First I got mine from Advanced auto. The tube was bent wrong and hit the alternator bracket as you said. After returning that I then went to Auto zone. Same thing happened. I didn't want to waste anymore gas driving to the part store so I ended up just bending it a little.

mustangGT90210

Same thing I did. Just bent it a little with a BFH. Bearing took a **** on that a year and a half later. Replaced it (GMB advance auto lifetime warranty) and the new one fit perfect