Rigid Oil Pump Pickup Tube Girdle for LS Engine Swap
Taming oil surge under high lateral load is exactly what the Oil Pump Pickup Tube Girdle was engineered to tackle in any LS installation prone to oil-starvation. By clamping the inlet screen securely against the factory teardrop bosses the bracket locks the pickup tube in place so the screen remains submerged even under fast directional changes and sustained cornering forces. Machined from solid 6061 T6 aluminum the design delivers uniform clamp pressure, preserves seal integrity through heat cycles and prevents cavitation that can starve lifters and bearings. Installation relies on existing LS teardrop mounts and common hand tools, so no block modifications or special adapters are needed and builders can complete the upgrade in under an hour.
Precision Machined 6061 T6 Aluminum Body
The pickup tube girdle is crafted from a solid billet of 6061 T6 aluminum, chosen for its combination of tensile strength and resistance to thermal expansion. CNC milling holds tolerances within thousandths of an inch, creating an exact match to LS teardrop inlet bosses and ensuring even contact around the inlet screen. This precise fit prevents gaps that could allow oil to bypass the seal and maintains bracket rigidity as the block cycles between cool startup and sustained load. The result is a component that preserves its shape under vibration and heat, offering reliable long term support for high demand engine operation.
Uniform Clamp Force Ensuring Seal Longevity
By clamping the inlet screen firmly against factory teardrop bosses, the girdle delivers consistent pressure around the entire tube opening. This uniform compression prevents seal distortion that leads to oil washback or cavitation under rising engine speeds. The aluminum alloy resists creep and maintains even force through repeated heat cycles, guarding against premature gasket fatigue. This stability helps preserve screen gasket life and protects internal parts from wear caused by intermittent oil starvation.
Maintaining Oil Coverage During Cornering Forces
Under aggressive cornering, braking, or hard acceleration, oil moves away from the pump inlet and can introduce air pockets that disrupt pressure. The girdle locks the pickup tube in place so the inlet screen remains fully submerged even under intense lateral forces. This steady positioning ensures a continuous column of oil feeding the pump, eliminating suction loss that can starve bearings and valvetrain components. Drivers benefit from constant oil delivery from idle through redline, safeguarding engine internals against accelerated wear.
Quick Installation Using Factory Mounts
Installation requires no block modifications or special adapters, as the bracket leverages existing LS teardrop bolt locations and original fasteners. Builders can complete the upgrade in under an hour with common hand tools by positioning the girdle over the inlet bosses and torquing the bolts to specification. The kit includes corrosion resistant hardware and clear instructions to minimize guesswork. This streamlined process preserves block integrity, reduces installation errors, and suits both professional shops and home garages.
Engineered for a precise fit and reliable oil delivery under aggressive driving conditions.