'73 fuel pump

jimz73 · 04-24-2006, 08:23 PM

Hi All,

I was working on my car today and I inadvertently knocked the silver cap off my fuel pump. Two springs shot out and so did gas. I put a stopper in place to stop the flow of gas. Does anyone know where I can get a repair kit, if one exists, or should I start looking for a replacement pump? The cap appears to be aluminum ans was corroded. Probably would have failed on it's own anyways. Any help will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
Jim

jimz73 · 04-27-2006, 06:48 AM

What happened to all the experts and advise givers? 35 have viewed this posting without a single reply. I would think that Dave at least would respond.

Jim

Dave at Pelican Parts · Dave at Pelican Parts's Garage

Sorry, Jim, but I don't have anything to say about repairing the pump. My own choice at this point would be to replace it, but I have pretty good access to parts...

--DD

Tobra · Tobra's Garage

Replace it, relocate it to the front if you have not already done so. I would consider a different style pump as well, the three nipple setup on these pumps is sort of hokey anyway

jimz73 · 04-27-2006, 08:44 AM

Thanks for the responses guys. I luckily found all the springs and things that came out. I am going to try to put it all back in and see if it works.
Jim

Tobra · Tobra's Garage

If it does work, I woudl still recommend getting another pump and keep it handy, just in case, better safe than pushing it home