Fuel Pump Mystery
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Racer
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From: Champaign Urbana IL
Fuel Pump Mystery
Well I'm stumped. Last year I replaced the fuel pump because I had a large oil leak in that area and the problem was fixed. Now there seems to be a small amount of oil/fuel that settles on the top lip of the fuel pump after short drives (afraid to drive far from home). I have the bolt in place at the front of the block so I know thats not a problem and also re-tightened the bolts on the pump. Can a replacement pump go bad in a year?? Frustrated and in need of guidance.
Safety Car
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From: Orange County Ca
Well I'm stumped. Last year I replaced the fuel pump because I had a large oil leak in that area and the problem was fixed. Now there seems to be a small amount of oil/fuel that settles on the top lip of the fuel pump after short drives (afraid to drive far from home). I have the bolt in place at the front of the block so I know thats not a problem and also re-tightened the bolts on the pump. Can a replacement pump go bad in a year?? Frustrated and in need of guidance.
I think you have to wipe it clean and run the car and find the leak.
Keep a extinguisher handy.
Check the line fittings. You might have to crack them open a bit and retighten them to get them to seat correctly.
Drifting
Joined: Apr 2007
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From: Cameron Park CA
Well I'm stumped. Last year I replaced the fuel pump because I had a large oil leak in that area and the problem was fixed. Now there seems to be a small amount of oil/fuel that settles on the top lip of the fuel pump after short drives (afraid to drive far from home). I have the bolt in place at the front of the block so I know thats not a problem and also re-tightened the bolts on the pump. Can a replacement pump go bad in a year?? Frustrated and in need of guidance.
You didn't mention is your pump is sealed with a ring, or is it bolted together? If the former, there isn't much to be done other than replace the pump. If it is bolted together you can try to repair it be taking it apart and see if you can find the leak.
Pete
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Racer
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From: Champaign Urbana IL
When I previously replaced it I put in new fuel lines and fittings so I know its not that. Its also the sealed version so it looks like I'll probably be trying out another new pump and hoping for the best
