shogun32
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I didn't mean to imply OP was at fault on the part choice. I would surmise that the bend radius is too severe on the bracket given the material and thickness, and was already compromised (internal tearing). It would make more sense IMO to use a round rod instead of bar to make the bracket and then weld to a tab for securing with the bolt.It's possible that the bracket was defective from the start, and it has nothing to do with vibration.
In order to support the oil pump end of the tube, a vertical element with a rubber foot resting against the pan floor could be fashioned and thereby impart a mechanical force to keep the pickup tube anchored in it's rubber grommet.
I'll gladly accept a residual check from FP for fixing their design.
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