Topic: Shaker Drain Tube Routing...

[1980MNT/A]

Hello all!

I just purchased a new shaker drain tube for my 1980 with the 301.  I was curious to how the drain tube is routed in the engine compartment once it leaves the shaker and how long it is supposed to be.  The one I purchased is over a foot long and I just want to make sure it doesn't need to be trimmed.  I am going for a stock/factory correct look.

Thank you all very much for any and all help!

Hope everyone is having a great 4th of July weekend!

Bill

[jphillips3333]

Mine routes down behind the power steering pump - wedged between the bolt and one of the lines running into the back of the unit.  However, it's a 400, not a 301 - the run looks to be 18" or so?  Hope this helps.

[1980MNT/A]

Thanks for the information!

I would guess the one I bought is about 18" long or so.  Since my car has not had one on it since I have owned it, I had no clue!

So does the tube stay in the engine compartment when you remove the shaker or does it come with?

Thanks again!

Bill

[Rick]

The drain tube comes off with the shaker when you remove it.  You have to take a little care to get it back in the right place when you put it back on.

[1980MNT/A]

OK, thanks Rick!

Bill