I admire your effort to change your fuel pump before it dies. Because everyone knows, or SHOULD know that they always die when you have a full tank. Always!

@x-man5056

Жыл бұрын

Yup. In pouring rain or blistering heat, half way between off ramps that are 15 miles apart.

@ramonmacias9013

Жыл бұрын

Both mine died with full tanks. No doubt about it.

@michealrobinson

Жыл бұрын

@@ramonmacias9013 I had 3 vehicles do this to me. All on a full tank. SMH

@joeyoungs8426

Жыл бұрын

Yep, I’ve only had one die in my driving career but the tank was full and it did get me home. It was a minivan and rather than drop the tank I cut a hole in the floor to replace.

@VanH-br4pg

Жыл бұрын

the government 😅

Nice Job Jimmy. I think the hardest part of the job, is to get motivated enough to do it.

@x-man5056

Жыл бұрын

That is an issue but no, not the hardest thing.

@WilliamMiller-jk6no

Жыл бұрын

❤

I enjoy your video. I cut a access hole. In the floor above the fuel pump. I'm glad I did because the Oreilly's fuel pump went out a month later, and reinstall one from the dealership. Keep making more videos 😊

@SandySez

Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad to see this because this video reminded me about the floor access for my '95 Dodge Roadtrek (B1500). I made myself a note to find my old info on how to locate it, print that and put it IN the van with the extra replacement fuel pump (which I actually can't remember if I have or not! lol). But I just had the same thought, to get an OEM if I didn't already. In a Class B camper, it's going to be a PITA, but probably still easier and cheaper than dropping the tank ... especially if I'm on the road!

@justinkauffman7565

Жыл бұрын

Same here if I remove the bolts to my tool box I can slide it forwards and r&r my pump in 3 minutes. All without having to lay on my back, play around with 23 year old fuel tank straps, or manhandle a 20 gallon tank. The best part is the chinese pump I bought from Amazon was like 26 bucks and that was over 3 years ago.

@gt-37guy6

Жыл бұрын

Brilliant! I was just thinking...cut a hole..

@maxwellcrazycat9204

Жыл бұрын

As a former auto mechanic 32 years. I've had bad experiences with after market fuel pumps. I try to go OEM whenever possible. The after market ones also tend to be loud. Pressure regulators too.

@sextoyrepairman1621

Жыл бұрын

That is the best way to go about it especially when the vehicle is driven in a state that uses salt on the roads in the winter

I am a 59 year old woman and I changed my fuel pump on my 1997 Firebird 5.7 L. The key is to have all the tools you need--mostly sockets and wrenches and jackstands. A nice gentleman provided a nice video on KZread on how to do it. I did get a little sloppy on the vapor canister lines but figured them out thanks to nice guys in the Firebird forums. To me it's just nuts and bolts, making sure you know where the connections go, take pictures, and put up with the pain.

Just a couple of thoughts Jim: If the tank has several gallons still in it at pump change time, you can get a plastic hand pump from Harbor Freight and manually pump the gas into some 5 gallon containers. Also, I would recommend that you vacuum all that debris from around the assembly before You loosen the retainer. The filter will catch the chunky stuff that falls in for sure, but if it dissolves it could pose a problem for your fuel injectors.

@busnorth

Жыл бұрын

Not vacum, use air to blow off. Pumping out the gas don't work on newer f150.

@BawkBawkBawk666

Жыл бұрын

Or use the old fuel for a campfire and fill it with fresh clean fuel.

@brucespurier7535

Жыл бұрын

Most cars today have an anti-siphon screen in the filler tube....how do you get the siphon tube past that?

@drizler

Жыл бұрын

@@brucespurier7535 a tiny hose similar to what a fish tank uses . 1/4” should fit past and into the gas. You can buy it at hardware stores by the foot. It’s slow but it works well . Be sure to wash it out after each use or it will harden and crack before 🫣the NEXT TIME your junk GM bites the dust.

@mrhyde0705

Жыл бұрын

​@brucespurier7535 use the funnel that comes with your car. Stick the hose through there once it's in.

One thought, you forgot to put the sealant on the top of the tank before you reinstalled it. That treatment is very important because if water splashes on top of your tank and sits there, overtime, it will rust and create a hole between the fuel pump assembly and the tank. That’s the reason you had to take that protective coating off to get the fuel pump out.

@AgentOffice

Жыл бұрын

Good idea

@latrogeniwile58

11 ай бұрын

I used some AMSOIL HD metal protector and the last part of a dying Boeshield can.

Used to work at a parts store in the early 2000's when these trucks were still fairly new. Sold a LOT of these fuel pumps. One customer went through pumps so often he not only cut an access in the truck bed for quick changes, but had a fuel cap set up with an air fitting so he could use his air compressor at the work site to pressurize the tank and drive it out of the bush. (I'm guessing he figured out what in the evap system needing plugging so it would hold pressure. Been 20 years.) The area I lived in at the time had really bad fuel, but a local mill figured out that if they ran injector cleaner in every tank of gas, the pumps would actually last.

@x-man5056

Жыл бұрын

Bet he was the kind of guy who would not fill up until he was almost empty. The fuel cools the pump. Run it often below a 1/4 tank often and it's hard on the pump.

@kstricl

Жыл бұрын

@@x-man5056 He wasn't. He took great care of his vehicles; the fuel in the area was delivered to bulk storage by pipeline that also carried raw crude. The pipe was swabbed out by a "pig" between different product, but you can never get the pipe completely clean. I'm personally horrible about keeping the tank filled enough on my 95 Suburban, but after 8 years, it's still going strong - probably helps that the system only runs at 13psi compared to 45+. Less pressure, less heat.

@chrisgraham2904

Жыл бұрын

@@x-man5056 Because the original pump was still functioning after 23 years, I would guess that he very rarely let the tank go below 1/4 tank. Keeping the pump fully submerged in gas to cool it is the answer to the longevity of a fuel pump.

@johnhenke6475

Жыл бұрын

I would have definitely cut a hatch. My wifes 1007 Toyota Yaris has a hatch under the back seat.

@drizler

Жыл бұрын

@@johnhenke6475 here’s a new definition of IRONY. Toyota and Honda have the cool little hatch yet they almost NEVER FAIL. The US brands run the garbage units and you have to drop the tank to get the thing changed . When was the last time you saw a Honda or Toyota needing a pump😾. I’ve owned a dozen since 1980 and never had a lick of electronic fuel pump issues. Two of those were new while the rest were bought 100-120,000 miles and lasted till they rotted out.

Kudos to you for proactively replacing the pump before it fails. After 23 years it is inevitable. I've had 3 pumps replace in my lifetime, one by myself and two by my mechanic. All three times, I had between a half, to full tank of gas when it failed. When a pump first fails, you can usually restart to get home or directly to a shop, if you have someone to crank the ignition while you bump the fuel tank with a mallet to jar the pump and get it going again (the steel skid cover makes that a little more difficult on the suburban). Since swapping the pump is a difficult job and expensive, I would always recommend installing a new OEM factory pump, rather than a cheaper off-shore model. Not sure why, but each time I replaced a fuel pump my fuel gauge was always out of calibration. It worked, but the gauge would not read a full tank when the tank was filled with gas. It was accurate between a half tank to empty.

@anthonymackiewicz5553

Жыл бұрын

I was always told to be careful not to scrape the float on the tank when putting it into the tank because the float would then absorb some fuel and never give an accurate reading

@chrisgraham2904

Жыл бұрын

@@anthonymackiewicz5553 That's interesting because the foam float does have a barrier layer on it's exterior to prevent the float from being saturated. The resulting, less buoyant float could cause a gauge inaccuracy.

I've never seen a truck of that age so clean.

Always appreciate your willingness to try a new repair. Inspiring

@1RoadGarage

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Being completely honest here, you executed this much better and quicker than I would have

Great work. Problem is the fuel pumps that used to last 28 years now last 28 days!

@muffs55mercury61

7 ай бұрын

Yeah. Some years back I needed a mechanical fuel pump for a '67 Ford. The new pump I got from O'Reillys lasted three days. The store manager said unreliable fuel pumps were a big problem. So I got an electric pump and had no problems after that.

My factory fuel pump in my 88 Toyota Land Cruiser was 30 years old with 300K miles when I finally replaced it. I've never run it lower than a quarter tank and was religious about using ethanol free fuel whenever I could get it as soon as I started driving. Used a Denso (Japanese, Toyota's OEM) pump and zero problems since. Part of me was curious just how long I could have run the original to failure, but given the out of the way places I travel to, I didn't want to push my luck.

Ya this is why I make trap doors. Screw dropping the tank… I made a trap door on my 87 blazer and my 05 suburban. Easy to get to when you have to!

93 Grand Cherokee, while yank was dropped I cut a hatch in the cargo area for easy access later. It came in handy already!

Just a minor point of clarification. Perhaps someone already mentioned it in a comment. The fuel tank sending unit is not for "sending fuel" to the engine. The "sending" referred to here, is the sending of fuel level data to the fuel gauge on the dashboard. Essentially, that data is a varying voltage level, which is regulated by the float position, and rises or falls based on the fuel level.

You are doing a very descriptive & accurate explanation of how to change fuel pump and sending unit. I like the exactness of how you explained everything!!!!!!

with the right tools and the motivation everything is possible

I finally sold my 1999 Suburban LT. I watched a ton of your videos. Replaced fuel lines, fuel pump, brake lines , water pump, transmission rebuilt. Intake heater core broken connector repaired and a thousand other things. From the day I bought it , it broke down and continued to be a mechanical nightmare. I put so much time and money into it and it wouldn’t drive on the road for more than a week without breaking down. I bought a 2003 Limited Explorer with the 4.6L 2V the same engine in my 03 Mustang GT and have put 10,000 miles on it without an issue. My suburban was cursed, I had to let her go. Good luck with your. PS I did my fuel pump on the suburban outside in the snow in 20 degree weather with two floor jacks, it wasn’t fun at all. And directly after I got the tank back in place the fuel lines started leaking 😂

What ever factory that GMC came from 👏👏👏 Never have I seen an OEM fuel hat so clean, they're always rusted so bad that tapping it with a flat head an hammer breaks off chunks.

Always use a quality fuel pump even if it costs a lot more. I replaced mine in my 97 Z71 with a cheaper one & it only lasted a few months. I had to do it all over again & so far it's been over 2 years on the OEM expensive pump.

Important to note….to prevent sparks you used a plastic scrapper and a brass punch

@16vSciroccoboi

Жыл бұрын

Sparks on the outside of the tank aren't going to do anything.

I always place the "jack wood" between the straps, such that the straps can be removed. it drops easier. Also I use my transmission jack because it moves straight up and down.

@throbbinwoodofcoxley6830

Жыл бұрын

And only use a trans Jack, no wood needed.

Always get a reputable replacement part especially for things that are labor intensive to access. You might even go OEM in some cases. I’ve had good experiences with TYC parts.

@flagmichael

Жыл бұрын

The OEM part for our first gen Prius is a bit over $1300 - includes tank assembly... the pump is integral with it. There are no reputable aftermarket alternatives.

I had fuel pump replaced twice on my 97 Sierra. First time it failed I'm positive it was just from a bad ground wire to frame - garage replace my pump and couldn't get the new one to work until one guy said 'check the ground.' Second time the pump worked fine but the internal check valve was failing as I was losing fuel pressure at the engine. There is NO reason car companies can't give you an access port in the body or box of a vehicle to make replacement simpler.

I did my 95 Silverado. I replaced everything from the tank forward. It took my hands to pull the fuel line as they were rusty. Your truck is pretty clean. I noticed more too end RPM from the stronger pump and clean filter. Nice video.

Nice, I did the same on our 2006 Land Rover Range Rover so it won’t strand us some where. But from the top of the tank inside the truck. A lot if work, but knowing it’s done is peace of mind. Your vid will help me on the next project, as there always is a next. thanks!

I was lucky when the pump failed on my 98 Suburban. I had plenty of warning. It started taking longer to start, and then started cutting out like it was running out of fuel on acceleration a couple months later. Finally, got to the point where I couldn't give it more than1/4 throttle on my way home from work. It cost over $900 to have replaced. Should have just done it myself. Nice having a working fuel gauge now too, since it didn't work when I bought it 4 years ago.

Sending unit means it's got the sensor end (sender) of your fuel gauge. Not sending fuel. You also have oil pressure sending unit and water temp sending unit. No heater hose on fuel/evap system. Good call Jimmy. When you do the 1st start, turn the key to ON for 30 seconds, look for obvious leaks and then to start. Good job Jimmy. I also changed the fuel pump assembly in my truck as a preventative measure at 125K. They never go out in the garage, it's always some God awful time and place.

@1RoadGarage

Жыл бұрын

I had to argue with the parts store guy for a bit about not using heater hose… 🤦‍♂️

@missingremote4388

Жыл бұрын

I had one go out while passing thru Virginia City - Nevada. Close to closing time. 1991 E350 ( Chinook camper) took a taxi down hill to Carson City and back for replacement pump/filter and changed it myself

@stevea6722

Жыл бұрын

Fuel pumps always seem to go out with a full or nearly full fuel tank. Lots of fun!

@x-man5056

Жыл бұрын

@@1RoadGarage Most parts store guys are still at least moderately knowledgeable. Your guy must have just leveled up from fast food. You got it right.

@x-man5056

Жыл бұрын

@@missingremote4388 Good on you. Real man does that. Cigar for you.

I probably did about four or five of these per year for the shop I worked in Phoenix. Big Chevys and Fords. Typically, someone would run out of gas and keep cranking the motor and burn out the fuel pump by running it dry too long. Then what do they do? They have it towed to a gas station where they fill the tank. Yep. We had a pretty good system of drawing out five gallons so it wasn’t sloshing all over and then after the truck was on the lift, lowering the nearly full tank with a transmission jack. Pretty much the same operation with side-saddle tanks and rear tanks. Not for the faint of heart. This was a really good driveway job, man! Good information for folks.

I remember when we had to remove the truck bed from a saddle bag Chevy truck it was not a great job but the guy was able to fix the fuel tanks

All vehicles should be designed with an access hatch in the truck bed or inside the vehicle for changing fuel pumps. Very few have this because auto manufacturers want you to get this job done at a dealership or at least by a mechanic.

@1RoadGarage

Жыл бұрын

Access port would be nice!

@Mouse117Inc

Жыл бұрын

It's actually because fuel pumps don't go out often unless you don't do regular maintenance like changing fuel filters and by keeping the tank from going empty

@TomScott__

Жыл бұрын

@@Mouse117Inc The fuel filter on my vehicle is attached to the fuel pump and the fuel level sensor is too. So there are 3 different things that could go wrong that the access port could address.

@JORGE4757S

Жыл бұрын

To be fair he didn't have to change his fuel pump at all during 28 years and unfortunately we will never know how long it would have lasted because he remove it without any legitimate reason

@TomScott__

Жыл бұрын

@@JORGE4757S I agree that your reasoning is sound for his specific vehicle. However, my point is for the industry as a whole. An access door for a fuel pump replacement is not an unreasonable expectation to include on the design table.

Changed the fuel pump on both my gmc trucks 1990 and 2002. Much easier to use an engine hoist/cherry picker and Rachette straps to lift the bed and leave the tank in place. Did both in my driveway by myself. A good quality fuel pump does cost a bit more but longer life expectancy is well worth it.

@camarokurt

Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, there's no bed to lift off on a Suburban. Too bad the factory was too cheap to put an access hole in the cargo area like most cars have today.

@hotrodray6802

Жыл бұрын

​@@camarokurtonly designed to last 150,000 miles

@darylarmentrout252

Жыл бұрын

Ford bed bolts aint made to come out

@ramonmacias9013

Жыл бұрын

@Daryl Armentrout that's a Ford factory "pay me to do it" feature

@darylarmentrout252

Жыл бұрын

@Ramon Macias you got it. I did that job many times. Torx bolt heads, throw heat on t j-nut if possible. If that dont work cut an X in the bolt head then use your air hammer inside the x to turn it. If that dont work continue with air hammer and break the head off in quarters.

I decided to cut a square hole out in my Trans Am and used the cutout piece to make a panel that can be unbolted to replace a fuel pump within a few minutes and replaced with stainless hardware when done, Now running a Walbro setup after going through several Amazon specials in a year, what a ton of work saved by having the removable access panel.

I hate to admit it but I've gotten really good at doing that job... My '97 Suburban went through two and one leaking tank change. My '99 started leaking at the seam so why not replace the pump while I'm in there right? Luckily for me I have the Auto Hobby shop on base to use a lift. Transmission jack makes it so much easier. Thanks for sharing. Can't wait to see what's next.

When I was in college .. I had to change a fuel pump in a Escort GT ( mine and a broke college student ) in the middle of a hot field in Charolette North Carolina in the middle of summer !! Took me a day and a half because the o ring seal was so hard to get lined up and seated right ! Thankfully it came with three Orings !

Always use compressed air to clean top of fuel tank before pulling old pump out, this will prevent pieces of debris from entering the tank.

@campbellpaul

Жыл бұрын

A small wet vac will do the same job (and less dust to breath)

The fuel pump on my 98 half ton was louder than the engine at idle. I knew it would fail eventually and at the worst time imaginable. I bought a quality aftermarket unit, don't skimp on this. It was a bitch and a half getting the new unit in the tank but it was silent and fuel pressure went up. Definitely glad I did that

When trying to run the fuel level down just carry a gas can in case you run too low. Or just pump it out into a gas can when you're ready to do the job. You can tap into the fuel system and put a jumper in place of the fuel pump relay and that will empty the tank. After the swap I always check what the gauge reads at true empty, then again at intervals during re-filling so I know how many gallons I have at different gauge readings. Most gauges hit E before being actually empty, but they vary a lot.

You did really well with this! I did this once. Your video is fabulous!

That was fun to watch. You know what you are doing!

Change your fuel filter also. Plus change it once a year. Most failed fuel pumps I have changed had restricted fuel filters.

Need to cut you an access panel out in the floor above the fuel pump Jimmy. So you don’t have to drop the tank every time. I used to travel a lot for work in my suburban and I ran through 4 fuel pumps. After the first one and having to drop the tank I cut an access panel out in the floor. Makes a job that takes hours only take minutes 👍

I did mine few months ago my vehicle is 10 years old luckily I was still able to get a factory one for it

Hi Jimmy, what a great video as usual. But I wonder what were you meaning by the video title? Like facing some troubles after replacing the original pump or what?

The Chinese new fuel pump should last 2 years

@flyntmyrick6291

Жыл бұрын

I agree. Do you know of any fuel pumps that are manufactured in the USA? I try to keep my Chevy all-American but it has become impossible.☹

@tossedsalad5532

Жыл бұрын

@@flyntmyrick6291 one needs to check forums and other resources. They also like getting parts from other countries and then assemble in USA still junk

@ProudAmericanEngr

Жыл бұрын

I would just get one from the dealership.

@tossedsalad5532

Жыл бұрын

@@ProudAmericanEngr check to see where they are getting it from many are oversea

@picklerix6162

Жыл бұрын

I talked to a customer at Brake Check. He was getting a brake line replaced on his heavy duty truck. He said that he was on his third fuel pump. He also said that he bought the second fuel pump from the dealer but it failed in less than a year.

Do a video on fixing the under hood accessory lights on your 95. I busted the bulb accidentally when flushing the heater core on my 95 Tahoe. I replaced the bulb but no matter what I do I can't get it to work. You've helped me out a lot with my truck because I have the same year and truck basically.

Good job! I did this to my 'burban with a full tank by cutting a hole in the floor above the pump and making a resealable hatch cover. Might even have been faster.

@TheSellenhut

Жыл бұрын

😳

Nice work sir, as always👍

Great video, Very well done

Remember back in the day when fuel pumps were bolted to the block,you could change one in less than a hour ,so much for technology .

I've changed many of those on GMs where the pump still worked great but the sender was dead. They do sell them aftermarket now with an improved sender design with 2 buttons instead of the little fingers that break off.

I have done a few fuel pumps my advice is replace the filter every now and again and if you suspect the pump try taking the filter off first oh and get a transmission jack for the fuel tank they offer adjustments that takes a lot of the oh god it wants shift around and lets you adjust the tank easily both of which are much more important if you have a mostly full and or full tank. I see some cars with there original fuel pump having issues with 300k miles and many many years on it (the years thing dose not matter all that much unless you suspect rust issues) when there getting up there with miles the sock will likely clog and have the car stall and restart after a little shaking.

Excellent job you’ve done there and I notice the name Delphi is a good brand, as a guess a pump should last a long while especially if you replace the fuel filter with regular servicing and maintenance, kind regards to you Jimmy and take care, Mark from Billericay in the U.K. 🇬🇧

@x-man5056

Жыл бұрын

The one thing that will make the pump last longer is do not run often or long below a quarter of a tank. The gas cools the pump. Heat is the enemy of those pumps.

@milesvinson

Жыл бұрын

IDK about today, but back in the '80s and '90s, Delphi was one of the main OEM suppliers to GM. Prior to that, Delphi was a division of the GM corporation. Source - My mother retired from GM and one of the plants she worked at during her career was a Delphi Division plant.

@yourfns

Жыл бұрын

My level sensor is screwy so I’m going to replace the entire pump. 130K miles. I’ve decided to get Delphi.

Great looking truck! Way to keep it on the road

I checked on durability of fuel pump assemblies after my pump died after pumping over 20,000 gallons (not including the returned fuel). I found that the Delphi pump was most recommended by mechanics for superior durability over Bosch. Carter, and Chinese units. It came as a complete assembly for under $200. Disassembly of the old pump determined that the commutator had worn out and one of the brush holders had melted. If you buy the complete assembly, you save the step of crimping the pump fuel lines so you don ‘t need the special tool. The packaging wrapped the entire assembly in a custom fitted air cushion.

Good job inspecting and replacing the failing vent hose. The putty on top was most likely to prevent corrosion. I myself test pumps for flow and pressure. If they are in specs I leave them alone. I won't fault you for preventative replacement though.

Now try to do it in a F-Body from 1982 to 2002... Many people open a hole to have access. Otherwise, you have to remove rear suspension, axle, fuel tank... It's crazy! European cars normally have an access under rear seats. My 82 Trans Am have still mechanical pump, so I'm lucky in this way!

Nice job Jimmy.👍👍

I changed the fuel pump in my truck just the way you did here (the 1st time). From set-up to clean-up it took me the better part of a day, I'd say at least 5 hours. It went out when I had almost a full tank and it was a real Pain In the Ask. Well that was the first time but about 2 years later the sending unit went out and I needed to change it again. This time I removed the bed with only 2 bolts in each corner, a total of 8 bolts and 10 minutes. after that I disconnect the plug for the tail lights and I completed the whole job in less than 1 hour. Never again will I do it from under a truck. I hung the bed from my garage ceiling joist with 4 tie-down straps, one in each corner (the ones you just pull to tighten and press to release). I started in one corner and pulled about 3 inches at a time then kept moving around to the next corner. I did this until the bed was high enough that I could move the truck forward and leave the bed hanging. Now that the tank top was easy to access it took less than 10 minutes to change out the pump. I then backed up under the bed and gently lowered it into place. The bed is not heavy so it's easy to restrict the lowering speed by just holding back on the bed a little as you press the release button one corner at a time and about 3 inches at a time. Line it up, bolt it up, tail light plugged back in and DONE. I changed fuel pumps in cars that was under the back seat. Those are quick and easy but not very common.

@brucespurier7535

Жыл бұрын

Very ingenious.

@muffs55mercury61

7 ай бұрын

Yeah with this type of truck it's better to lift the bed. Of course with a Sub this guy didn't have that option.

nice one sir, great job. Congratulations for a job well done.

Nice when car/truck makers provide a removable panel in the floor of the vehicle to aid in accessing the pump.

@LionWithTheLamb

Жыл бұрын

There is really no reason why all don't have this. I've seen several vehicles that do have access panels inside the vehicle to make this job a lot less of a hassle. There remain however plenty more that do not.

Good work. One thing that was not mentioned was to check and remove any sediment from the bottom of the tank. Cleaning the inside of the tank may help with increasing the life of the fuel pump

@curtekstrom9531

Жыл бұрын

If you have sediments in your Fuel tanks. You might want to question where you are buying crap Fuel. It is where you get those sediments.

Done this job in mustangs by myself as a younger man but that filler neck was always a pain

After some research, I ended up replacing the 1995 TBI fuel pump with the 1996 Vortec version. Better pressure and flow capability. I also added a solid ground to the chassis using soldered wires and an eye bolted with stainless hardware. Use an angle grinder to expose bare chassis metal and drill a hole if needed. The electrical connector was a direct swap in my case, other than the ground rework. Replacement pump assy is: HP10003 Delphi

This is a fantastic detailed video!!

I changed 2 fuel pumps. I got the cheapest fuel pump I could find from some warehouse online. I swapped out the oem one and never had any issues and it came with a warranty. I had to take off the truck bed to get to it and then I added an extra ground wire to make sure everything was grounded. The OEM must not have been so great if it failed. Don't just try to crank it after you change the fuel pump. Turn the key to the on position a few times to build up pressure in the line first. If you can get a really stiff small house you can sometimes siphon the fuel out.

When priming a tank. you need to have the tank filled up at least 50%. It needs to soak for a bit. Before cranking the engine, in order to prime, you turn the key to on or acc, then off. Turning the key to on/acc position, you active the pump and it Primes it. Cranking before priming can prematurely burn out the pump. =)

@orangestoneface

Жыл бұрын

doubt need to be that full but mmaybe his was too low though

Did this on my '99 2 door 4 or 5 years ago.. pretty similar repair procedure. My problem was my fuel gauge was not working. When I pulled the pump the floater was barely attached.

You doing way more work than you need to man. You’re making it harder for yourself

@Robnord1

Жыл бұрын

When I was your age (1970), I also was an expert on everything. Fortunately, only a few people at a time were subjected to my stupidity. Now you and your ilk put it out on the internet for the world to see. Rather amusing. Thanks. 👍

@jetmelt

Жыл бұрын

I may have subscribed except for the title. Misleading or nonsensical or both

@muffs55mercury61

7 ай бұрын

@@Robnord1 I'm proud to say I was never a know-it-all (I despise that type) and i learned by trial and error. It was worth it.

A little trick I learned in the '90s was to drop the tank and reinstall one from the salvage yard, complete with the old fuel pump. Cheaper that way (and way easier).

@moshet842

Жыл бұрын

That is pointless for what he is doing in the video.

@campbellpaul

Жыл бұрын

@@moshet842 for someone like you, yes

@x-man5056

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Seriously, you should delete your comment and never mention that idea again. If you get the tank out, THAT is the hard part. Not swapping the pump. You put a pump in that you have little idea of it's remaining service life and no idea of what kind of crap was in there.🥴

@campbellpaul

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@@x-man5056 It's much easier to replace the whole tank than to remove the tank to replace the pump. It's also cheaper to do so. If you are worried about dirt in the salvaged tank, the remedy is to always fill up your fuel tank when your gas gauge is still above 1/4 full. If, for some reason, you let your tank go empty, you are picking up dirt regardless how clean the tank originally was. Gasoline has dirt and debris in it already.

@jimw7550

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My 1991 F-150 with dual tanks had fuel pumps fail in ‘95 & ‘96. I replaced them with pumps from Auto Zone. Those were good when truck was replaced in 2009.

I had a 2003 VW Passat wagon. It had a removable panel in the cargo bed to access the fuel sender / pump assembly. No need to drop the tank like you have to do in many vehicles

I’m surprised the fuel pump lasted that long , I like to use O E M fuel pumps if possible and put felt paper/tar paper on top of the tank and strap where the tank makes contact before mounting it can make the pump quite’er there was a G M up date with that at one time , and also change the fuel filter regularly the fuel pump won’t work so hard.

I just love that truck. It's so beautiful.

Do not know if you had access to the floor right above the fuel pump but if so you could have done what I have done on two different Dodge Dakota pickups. Locate the pump then cut an opening in the truck bed, pull the pump, replace, take the piece you cut out, add a flange around the piece you cut out, tek screw or tack weld it back in place. Super easy, no dropping tank.

You're a genius. The other day I changed my air filter and the glow plug and engine management light came on afterwards. Have no idea what I did wrong. Still waiting on the bad news from my mechanic.

@Theyralltakenfu

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I would have disconnected the battery then run it if it has a computer.

@michaellavery4899

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@@Theyralltakenfu Thanks for the tip buddy. I just read a google page and it recommended disconnecting the -ve terminal for about 15 mins (although it didn't say at what point but I assume before starting any other work). The KZread video made no mention of this. So it cost me £40 to get a computer to turn these lights off and a mechanic to blast it for 10 miles, to learn this lesson. It's giving great mpg now so I suspect the previous mechanic did not replace it as indicated in my service schedule. We live and learn and I've got lots to learn. Thanks again.

I used the same part 3 years ago and it’s still going strong

Good job n also ttaking ya ttime putting everything in original order plus u saved ttime n money 💪💪💪💪

Also depending on the vehicle when change the fuel pump you should always change inline fuel filter if you have one

Fuel lines are very delicate. You always have to make sure the one you're using is the right one. Diesel fuel lines get damaged pretty quickly if you have a gasoline car, as gasoline is more aggresive.

I figured out a easy way to support and lower the fuel tank and reinstall the tank by using cargo straps. I just changed my in tank fuel pump on my 91 Astro van by using 2 cargo straps that have hooks on each end and also have the ratchet to adjust the strap length. As long as you have spots to hookup to on the underside of the vehicle and next to your original metal straps it makes the job a breeze. Much better than having to balance the tank on a jack.

Did the same job on '96 GMC pickup. Chose to tilt the bed up. Won't do that again. Next time I'll drop it down. I also broke off that ground wire, so the gauge no longer works.

Pretty sure the goop is beeswax. I'd imagine it helps keep the lock ring from corroding over time.

@knocksensor3203

Жыл бұрын

Paraffin wax

I did this on a 1999 Audi. Pulled out the original Bosch pump and replaced it with what I thought was a quality pump from rock auto. Mid range priced. Nine months later that brand new pump failed. I put in the old Bosch pump to get me back on the road. That was three years ago. It still works. 24 year old pump. So if you’re gonna do this folks, just make sure you’re putting in an OEM quality pump. I would probably recommend actually getting the actual oem pump for a replacement . Aftermarket auto part quality has gone way down.

Great video! Now I understand how to do this job myself. Not that I'm gonna!

Great video and commentary.

You really should look into the Aeromotive Stealth hi-flow fuel pumps. 4-5 different models to match the OEM-style you dropped in but flows so much more that you actually make more horsepower.

@throbbinwoodofcoxley6830

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Bullshit. A stock vehicle with a stock regulator will gain zero hp from having a “bigger” pump.

Having gotten tired of in Tank mounted Fuel pumps. A Good friend of mine designed and Manufactured a Fuel pump that is NOT an In tank Pump. 26 years later everyone of my 6 Vehicles are still running great on those Fuel Pumps. And Better Fuel Economy.

Hopefully you went with a Delphi, if so you’ll be good for years to come and I see your using Bilstien shocks, excellent shocks , my 02 blazer ZR2 came with factory Bilstiens as well.

Great video (as always). Do you have any videos on an engine R/R (Same engine-not an upgrade)?

I'm fortunate my fuel pump in my 1993 Astro was replaced at the dealer pre-2008. Therefore, it is covered "lifetime" parts AND labor. My 06 Tahoe, hasn't been done yet but just has 106k miles. It had better last a very long time. I can't even change the fuel filter on the Tahoe as that is now built into the tank as well (yup, check it out).

Had to do this to my 2011 5.3 silverado the top hat rotted out so bad it leaked fuel when running I went back with oem it was outrageously priced but I know it will never let me down vs a cheap Chinese one from a parts store

The day after watching I realized the strange sound I’ve been hearing since last summer was my fuel pump… which was replaced last summer. It sounds almost exactly like the pedestrian alert sound my brother’s Bolt EV makes at low speed. You know: Acoustic Vehicle Alerting Systems (AVAS). Like you, my old pump was fine but the fuel level sender wasn’t. I was perfectly fine with counting miles but it had already caused issues… like when they refused to do a test drive after installing a faulty coolant level sensor (claimed my full tank was empty). It caused another miscommunication when I brought it in for other issues. I made sure the service writer knew the tank was full despite the what the gauge cluster says but the technician misinterpreted the service notes as something to diagnose… recommending a fuel pump. I always knew it was part of the fuel pump assembly and had already decided against it before I ever brought it to them. When I tried to decline they insisted it could be causing my other issues (hindsight: it wasn’t). I relented and they ended up dropping a completely full 25 gallon tank… which they returned to me with only 12 gallons. I don’t envy them having to drop a full tank but that wasn’t my idea. WTF?! Anyway, the ringing sound seemingly comes from everywhere though it seemed relatively louder with the hood closed… meaning it wasn’t being drowned out by the engine as much and was coming from or conducting elsewhere. I genuinely thought it was my torque converter. Until now I hadn’t noticed that it makes the sound for a couple seconds when you insert the key without starting (pump primes), mostly because that’s when everything else is chiming at me and it stops before those do. I always heard it load and clear after I start. I already replaced the faulty coolant level sensor they installed but I should probably take it back to them and point all of this out. The same shop had to replace my bearings under warranty TWICE because they insisted my Corolla didn’t need OEM bearings the first time. That’s three times total since theirs kept failing within months! Only reason that stopped is because a tree totaled the car (EF4 tornado).

I had to do this I'm a 96 burb, after work over the course of 4 days, in the cold PNW feb rain out in front of the house. It took so long because I was trying to do everything without pulling the tank. I lost the filter sock and float on the new unit. Then had to pull the whole tank. It was sunny and dry the on the fit day when I had to add gas and prime the pump. I just jumped the relay to just make the pump prime.

@1RoadGarage

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Dang!! That sounds not fun..

@midnight-xpress1136

Жыл бұрын

@@1RoadGarage It wasn't. Seriously there was a river of water running under the truck. I worked off pf a 4'x4' 3/4" plywood. Trying to stay as dry as i could. It really didn't keep me dry. I just wasnst laying in a creek of water on concrete is all. My 42 gallin tank did the same thing. Supported the tank took straps off. Dropped the jack and the tank just sat there, as if to say "Wut? You expect me to just drop out of here?".

Good idea, old pump would fail out in boonies. You would have to be towed and find a "reputable mechanic", certainly not side of road repair. You might have to wait days for parts like my friend had to for Acura. Inspect pump wire harness and connectors as they are critical to pump function. Pump stops, your engine stops. If in tank pump does stop, check fuse, then bang the bottom of tank if you don't have that thick skid plate. This might get you home or to a garage. Just like tapping bad starter solenoid trick. It does work, I have used both tricks to at least get somewhere. Be wary of buying gas in areas that had water flooding. The service station underground tanks can get water contamination that you then pump into your gas tank.

The fuel pump on my truck was getting ' rickety '. It would work fine all summer but in winter I would have to make sure I kept some gas anti- freeze in the tank. Then, I would have to carefully listen for it when I hit the key. If I heard it spin up then I was good to go. If I DIDNT hear it then I had to keep ' bumping ' it till it got going. Finally this last winter I had not put any anti- freeze in the tank yet and we had a deep freeze plus a lot of snow. It decided it wasn't turning any more so after the weather cleared up a bit I changed it out. I noticed it had Ford stampings all over it and I realized it was the original. With over 200,000 miles I figured it was tired enough.

Are you kidding!?! No access in the floor above? Even my old 89 Rancharger had that. Man, what a job!

I liked the video and the title and conclude: "If it ain't broke don't fix it."

For the first few seconds there I thought I was watching Reno 911!

Another good job. I had to do a fuel pump on my Fiero & it had a full tank of gas. It was not fun! And the tank runs down the center of the car. So had to jack up the whole car. "Never Again".