{"product_id":"fmbp-m29500-engine-oil-pump-pickup-tube-bracket","title":"FMBP M29500 Engine Oil Pump Pickup Tube Bracket","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEngine Oil Pump Pickup Tube Bracket\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMelling M29500 is a lightweight aluminum engine oil pump pickup tube support bracket for performance oil pump screen applications. It adds support to the pickup tube\/screen assembly during high-load engine operation and is made in the USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible with a wide range of Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac, Buick, Pontiac, Hummer, Saab, Isuzu, and Avanti applications, this bracket is used where added pickup tube stability is needed. Fits 1997-2018 Chevrolet Corvette, N\/A; Fits 1999-2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, N\/A; Fits 2000-2014 GMC Yukon, N\/A.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight aluminum construction for a compact support component.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolts on to provide added support for the oil pump screen assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in the USA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number M29500 for easy identification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for performance oil pump screen applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Melling Performance M29500 engine oil pump pickup tube bracket is intended for applications that need extra support at the pickup tube and screen assembly during demanding engine use. Melling notes that a properly installed pickup tube and screen should be part of every oil pump installation, and this bracket adds support for high-performance bolt-on oil pump screen setups. The aluminum construction keeps the part lightweight while helping hold the pickup screen assembly in place under extreme operating conditions. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVehicle coverage includes many Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, and Chevrolet Corvette applications, along with Cadillac CTS, Escalade, and other GM platforms. If you are sourcing M29500 for a Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, or Chevrolet Camaro application, verify the pickup tube flange style before installation because some listed vehicles do not fit pickup tubes with two bolt hole flanges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Is Used For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReducing pickup tube movement during high-performance engine operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupporting the oil pump screen assembly under load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddressing instability in bolt-on oil pump screen setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing a worn or missing pickup tube support bracket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproving retention where the pickup tube needs additional bracing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfirm pickup tube flange style before ordering, since some applications listed for M29500 do not fit pickup tubes with two bolt hole flanges. Follow proper oil pump installation procedures and verify the pickup tube and screen are correctly positioned before final assembly. The part number M29500 should be matched to the exact engine application and pickup tube design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMelling manufactures this bracket in the USA and positions it as a performance support component for oil pump screen assemblies. The M29500 part number is used for identification across the listed applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FMBP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53721572540597,"sku":"FMBP-M29500","price":30.42,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/ML_M29500_Fro.jpg?v=1794123431","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/fmbp-m29500-engine-oil-pump-pickup-tube-bracket","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}