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Old Jun 13, 2024 | 11:15 AM
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Float for fuel sending unit

Anyone know where I can find one for my 61 f100? The ones I found online are rediculously priced. I took the unit out and took it to 2 auto parts stores and they said they dont carry any floats. I called the Ford dealer parts department and he told me his books only go back to 1980.
 
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Old Jun 13, 2024 | 11:34 AM
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Originally Posted by 64f1002017
Anyone know where I can find one for my 61 f100? The ones I found online are rediculously priced. I took the unit out and took it to 2 auto parts stores and they said they dont carry any floats. I called the Ford dealer parts department and he told me his books only go back to 1980.
I got mine from Napa. It was about $5. Mine is a 64 but the float should be generic. It was just like the one I replaced years ago in my 53 Chevy.
 
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Old Jun 13, 2024 | 12:03 PM
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Also available on eBay, aftermarket all brass are about 12.00 plus tax, shipped. Type in this:

1961-1966 ford truck fuel sender float
 
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I got mine from Napa. It was about $5. Mine is a 64 but the float should be generic. It was just like the one I replaced years ago in my 53 Chevy.
You would not by chance have the napa part number would you? I just left there and they could not find one listed.
 
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Old Jun 13, 2024 | 02:21 PM
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A torch and some solder may be able to fix up one that leaks. Of course, I would purge any old gas first.
 
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Thanks to all who responded. I found one at classic industries for $9.30. Says they are the same from 1957 to 1986 if that may help someone in the future.
 
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