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Originally Posted by dcdoug
With that clearance, it seems unlikely I would have the right pick-up if I am adding a tray and additional gasket. What's the best way to measure that small of a clearance tolerance? If I need a longer pickup, how do I order the right one?
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If you don't know what the clearance is now, don't be sure, it may be OK. But you have to check.
Check with Play-Doh or clay. Put a lump on the pick-up and attach the pan with four bolts to compress the Doh. Slice through the thickest part and measure.
If you need a longer tube, you can call the pan mfgr (Canton or Milodon or whomever) and ask if they have another size pickup. If not, ask if they'll modify yours.
Failing that contact Nick Acton (Mickmate on here) and Nick will fab anything you need or modify yours.
If your motor is stroked, put the tray in place, rotate the motor by hand and be sure you have .060" minimum clearance for rotating parts.
It IS worth the trouble to do this.