It could be your water tube isn’t sliding into the pumps grommet all the way. The tube should be sanded clean and lightly greased to help it slide in. Don’t force it as the tube is soft and will bend easily and might rub on the driveshaft, causing a major leak. Before assembling it, take a peak up the exhaust housing to make sure the tube isn’t bent. If it is, it can be straightened out with a wood dowel before putting it all back together.