[Bill Pritchard]

Chris, that socket you made is absolutely ideal for the purpose! It captures the entire O.D. of the fitting while at the same time engaging the slots for turning purposes.

I have ordered a new repro fitting to go in my rebuilt water pump that came without a fitting. I think I will just leave the old fitting in the old water pump since I will not be using the old water pump any more. Thanks again to all who have responded....I can't be the only person who has had this issue so I hope it is helpful to others.