Don"t touch that bolt

[Brian T]

Originally Posted by 700rpm

Brian, I am familiar with that service bulletin, but it says nothing about a locking bolt. As Vince noted, Ford never used a locking bolt for the oil pump on an A.

Your correct, NOBODY on this thread including myself said that FORD used a locking bolt to hold the pump in place, the original poster stated there was a bolt he believes was holding the oil pump in place, I had the same thing when I got my truck, and was advised by someone on this board not to remove it until I was sure the pump retainer spring was in place, if the spring is missing the pump falls down and can cause severe damage, yes and can hit the crankshaft.
Some on this Forum have opinions that are outright there way and no other, and are rude to boot, absolutely no reflection on you Ray, Happy New Year.