Bakerman, I had the same problem. I used a piece of stainless tubing 5/8" id and 3/4 od and put a bend in it to match the drop that I needed. I drilled a hole in each end to connect to the steering rod and the place diverter. I still have the unit that Place sent with it. I didn't like it either.
http://www.childsdale-ind-prop.com/jetpump.jpg
Has anyone else mounted a water pressure bypass right to the pump like I did in the pic? It worked great and didn't require any additional plumbing.