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vrod02 : Fuel pump Guru?
Fuel pump Guru?
Post by vrod02 on Nov 26, 2006, 4:55pm
So I'm having interm. fuel pump issues. If it sits I have to prime it through the carb and then runs fine.This just started yesterday. Vacuum leak possibly? I was inside the engine compartment replacing my Heater core for the last time. Lots of fittings going to the pump.Thoght I might have bumped something loose but looks ok.Whos got em?
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xjchief :
Re: Fuel pump Guru?
Post by xjchief on Nov 26, 2006, 6:54pm
If you're running the stock engine driven pump you can get a rebuild kit from http://www.then-now.com. I'm at work so I don't know the part number or the contact info off hand... I think the kit ran like 40 bucks.
Simple fix.
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vrod02 :
Re: Fuel pump Guru?
Post by vrod02 on Nov 26, 2006, 7:27pm
Thanks XJ chief!
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robertcowan :
Re: Fuel pump Guru?
Post by robertcowan on Nov 26, 2006, 8:10pm
I BET THE ACCELERATOR PUMP IS BAD ON THE CARB.
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vrod02 :
Re: Fuel pump Guru?
Post by vrod02 on Nov 26, 2006, 8:11pm
Pulled the line leaving the pump at the filter. Had another crank it.Its dry.No pressure getting to the carb.
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barrman :
Re: Fuel pump Guru?
Post by barrman on Nov 26, 2006, 9:15pm
It reads like a fuel pump issue. But, these things had a "sock" type filter on the in tank pick up tube. Old gas sitting for decades makes them clog up. Try blowing some air from the fuel line on the drivers side frame rail back into the tank with the gas cap off. There is a rubber hose there that is easy to pull off is why I suggest that spot. At the pump is just as easy. Of course, that hose I mentioned could be cracked and not allowing your pump to make any vacuum in the line.
You probably have the right diagnosis, but thought I should mention some problems many other have had in the past.
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vrod02 :
Re: Fuel pump Guru?
Post by vrod02 on Nov 26, 2006, 9:36pm
Barrman, I appreciate the comment.I'd rather try that than be a parts replacer. Nothing worse IMO So I need to look at vacuum lines as well right?
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porkchop :
Re: Fuel pump Guru?
Post by porkchop on Nov 27, 2006, 1:56am
No need to look at the vacum lines unless your wipers don't work. Have you tried them to see? The pump also runs them.
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boghog :
Re: Fuel pump Guru?
Post by boghog on Nov 27, 2006, 9:15am
Also make sure your fuel tank has at least 5 gal of fresh fuel. The gauge might be broke. You can also try a small can of gas under the truck and connected to the fuel pump with a short line to see if all is working well. Its just a matter of testing time, working your way back to the fuel supply. It sucks, ( well in this case it might not.lol.) but step by step work your way back to the tank.
Good luck, and let us know please what you find.
Dennis
mfs
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vrod02 :
Re: Fuel pump Guru?
Post by vrod02 on Nov 27, 2006, 8:17pm
Followed Barrmans advice, blew air reverse thought the tank and so far all good! Time will tell. Thanks again,I hate spending money.Swine the wipers work!