4.0l oil pump screen install

[tarmac2dirt]

Hello, As the title shows, how are you guys installing the the oil pump screen to a new oil pump ( screen is new too). I know its a press fit but are you guys using any special tool. I have seen a driver on you tube and found them for sale on several suppliers. Other ppl claim to use a 5/8 or 16mm open end wrench around the tube. Others heat the pump body and chill the tube to help with the press work. Or is it just a real pain to get it installed. Would definitely like to know how you guys are doing it. Thanks, Paul

[ghetdjc320]

I’ve used the open end wrench method then tack welded it into place. 

[AZJeff]

A crows foot wrench with a socket extension and a dead blow mallet worked for me.  Mine had a bracket spot welded to the tube, the other end of which was attached one of the oil pump retaining bolts.  I was confident it wasn’t coming loose.

[75sv1]

I used the specific tool. I tapped it in place. Also, try and clock it like the original. Also, I remember using some type of sealant, locktite stuff. I think the same stuff I used for the freeze plugs.