Her (dealer) mechanic is unable to locate part that needs replacing. It's a water pump drive shaft, part # is 10219554. It's long discontinued. It's the gear driven, splined shaft that protrudes from the timing cover, that the coupler slides onto. I suspect that she wants it replaced because the seal has worn a groove that creates a leak.
It's the part marked #11 in this image.

I'd truly appreciate it if anyone has a serviceable one, just pm me with a price.