Installing a new fuel pump on my 2000 Exc. 7.3l. I bought the Airtex e2236 and it has some brass washers in a bag. Do they go on the "in" side of the pump where the plastic threads meet the brass nipple by the o ring? Are they crush washers? Also how do I get the quick connect seperated on the outlet(engine side)? Is there a tool or what?

Thanks

 

I just changed mine out 2 months ago with an OEM Bosch pump and I dont remember any brass crush washers with mine. Yes you will need a fuel disconnect tool to get the line off going to the eng. You can pick it up at any auto parts store. You can buy each piece sep or a whole kit for about $15.

I would highly recommend installing a pre fuel filter before the pump also.

 

Riffraff Diesel: Bosch Electric Fuel Pump

Does your pump look like this one from Clay @ RiffRaffDiesel?

 

Great choice on pump. The tool is available at any auto parts store.
I had to shorten the insert of my release tool (used an angle grinder).

The pump and loose parts, i use the pump assembled to the metal inlet with the O ring inside it { use these parts, 1) pump, 2) O ring, 3) inlet }.
It comes with parts for several different installations so you do not have to purchase the needed parts individually.

Airtex E2236 http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/se...?keyword=e2236

 

Were any other components with the Bosch pump? Or just the pump like in the picture?

 

FYI. I took a male outlet from one of the bosch failures and screwed it to a 5/16 barb and attached 2 foot of 5/16 hose.
The E2236 is clamped to the hose, hose is looped and the bosch end is attached into the fuel line. If i ever have to change it again, it will be so much easier.

 

I got the pump and 2 O-rings thats it, but thats all I needed.

 

Thanks everyone. Sound like I dont need those brass washers. Also I will delate the inlet quick connect and put a in line filter in as suggested by alot of people. I LOVE THIS FORUM!!!