Need source for fuel sender float

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Dec 11, 2002 | 04:15 AM

mshumack

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Need source for fuel sender float

My gas gage stopped working again this week. It is the fuel sending unit. The brass float is full of fuel once again. This happened three times before (in last 4-5 years). First two times I replaced the sender assembly (about $100 each). Last time I drilled the float, drained it, and resealed with epoxy. Lasted 6 or 8 months.
Is there a source where I can get just the float? Perhaps a non-brass, solid float (material like float in Holley carb). If not a cheaper place to buy sender assembly would be appreciated.
1982 F250 (19 gal. saddle tank)
Thanks
Mike

Dec 11, 2002 | 06:56 AM

Jens

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Need source for fuel sender float

Hi Mike,

correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't it possible to do a good solding job to fix it?

Jens

Dec 11, 2002 | 01:11 PM

Franklin2

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Need source for fuel sender float

I was in a pinch once on an old car I was fixing up, and I actually used a carb float on the end of the arm. I used some soft steel wire I had to mount it on the arm. Worked for me.

I just had a thought. I have never had a problem with the float in my truck, and I was wondering why you do? Could your float actually be rubbing the tank somewhere?

Dec 11, 2002 | 09:02 PM

electricmaniac2

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Need source for fuel sender float

I went to my local Ford dealership parts dept. the brass floats came in a 2 pack and weren't that expensive.

Dec 11, 2002 | 11:04 PM

blownbronco

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Need source for fuel sender float

Go to a junk yard take one off a sending unit and tell the guy you found it on the ground. He will probably charge you 5 bucks!! That's what I did!

Dec 12, 2002 | 12:26 AM

Superdave

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Need source for fuel sender float

Dec 12, 2002 | 03:58 AM

mshumack

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Need source for fuel sender float

If the dealer has the float I would prefer that option. I didn't know they were available speparately - especially for an old truck. Thanks for the tip.