[ljohn787]

So far, I have the mounting plate to the dimensions I need it. I'm going to cut a total of 4 holes into it:

2x where the barbs are located
2x where it will mount into the retention plate

Ideally, I'd want to screw this into the copper top-plate, but I think I will cut a long, shallow groove for the top-plate and block to fit into instead, at least for now. I don't think I can do anything fancy because it's in a vice and it's about 1/8" thin. If anything, I'll have to do it manually on the bandsaw. Otherwise, I'd need to mount it to a plate which takes too much work to make anyway.

Well, back to work... also, I have a question. Does how I orient the pump matter, such as if I have it sideways or upside down?

EDIT: Mounting plate is done, although that whole groove thing didn't work as the plate was vibrating too much.

Well, here are some more pictures..