Rejecting a good, proven fix isn't a really good idea. If you go ahead and probably butcher things up, then maybe you will understand why the adapter plate for the 216 style water pump was invented in the first place. Good luck!
Jerry

Last edited by Peggy M; 02/16/2024 4:39 PM.
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