Hey Cavu2usf,
Here's a link to a short thread on Pirate.
http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/toyota-truck-4runner/657631-22re-engine-rebuild-oil-pump-drive-spine-question.html
I'm not sure this will answer your question completely. I don't recall mine being that loose.
Are the parts new or used?
I'd call Tod at engbldr or Jerry at 22RE Performance.
Gnarls.
That's an excellent thread Gnarls. Thanks; it answered my question.
Here's a comparison of my used and my new Spline Drive Collar.
![](http://i1284.photobucket.com/albums/a576/cavu2usf1/Old%20vs%20New_zpseildnu8w.jpg)
Got it from
LCE Performance, 40 bucks shipped. So, they can still be had.
![](http://i1284.photobucket.com/albums/a576/cavu2usf1/NOS%20Spline_zpsvkad3hkd.jpg)
There is still some play between it and the original Oil Pump Spline Drive Gear. Ordered a new Japanese Oil Pump this morning, hoping for even less after installation. Will post a video of it once all installed, for a
Before and After comparison.
Steve