BCBC 20-IS2 Engine Oil Pump Pickup Tube and Screen

Engine Oil Pump Pickup Tube and Screen

This Melling pickup tube and oil screen assembly helps maintain oil supply to the pump while filtering debris before it reaches the lubrication system. It is a standard replacement part for applications that use a 5.25-inch deep oil pan, including many Pontiac Firebird and Chevrolet Camaro builds.

Key Features

• Standard replacement pickup tube and screen assembly
• Galvanized steel tube and galvanized steel screen for durability
• Flanged end with two mounting holes
• Gasket or seal included for installation
• Straight tube design with a 5.12-inch tube length
• Made in the USA

Detailed Description

Part number 20-IS2 is engineered to support proper oil flow by drawing lubricant from the pan and screening out contaminants that can affect pump performance. Melling recommends replacing the pickup tube and screen during oil pump service, especially when contamination from engine wear or extended oil change intervals is a concern. This assembly is built with a galvanized steel tube, a galvanized steel screen, and a flanged mounting end for a direct service replacement in the listed applications. The 20-IS2 is used across a wide range of GM A-body, G-body, and F-body vehicles, including Buick Regal, Oldsmobile Cutlass, and Pontiac Grand Prix applications.

What It Is Used For

• Restricted oil pickup caused by debris in the oil supply
• Oil pump service where the pickup tube and screen are replaced together
• Contamination from engine wear or overdue oil changes
• Oil flow issues that can affect pressure regulation
• Service on engines with a 5.25-inch deep oil pan

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the oil pan depth and application notes before installation. This part fits listed vehicles with a 2nd design and a 5.25-inch deep oil pan, and the fitment data should be matched exactly to the engine configuration. The gasket or seal is included, but mounting hardware is not included. Part number 20-IS2 should be installed as part of a complete oil pump service to help ensure proper pickup alignment and sealing.

Quality Assurance

Melling identifies this assembly as a standard replacement part and notes that it is made in the USA. The brand recommends replacing the pickup tube and screen whenever an oil pump is installed to help protect the lubrication system from contamination.