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Old Apr 29, 2009 | 11:39 AM
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I have a ford f150 V8FI with bad fuel pumps in both tanks. This is the 2<SUP>nd</SUP> time I replaced the pumps and filters. Due to financial reasons, my goal is to run the truck with one tank. Can anyone advice me of a reliable pump manufacture? I am also going to install the pump this time. Can any one give me some tips in the installation?
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George
 
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Old Apr 29, 2009 | 12:40 PM
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how long ago did you replace your pumps,seems weird that both went bad again.first thing i would check is the inertia switch to make sure it's not tripped then check the oil pressure switch to make sure it working properly,them check your relay to make sure it functioning.my pumps are the same ones ford put in there and still work.there could be a couple of reasons those pumps quit.work with us ,we should be able to get this narrowed down.B.P.
 
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Old Apr 29, 2009 | 03:11 PM
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Originally Posted by 86bigred
how long ago did you replace your pumps,seems weird that both went bad again.first thing i would check is the inertia switch to make sure it's not tripped then check the oil pressure switch to make sure it working properly,them check your relay to make sure it functioning.my pumps are the same ones ford put in there and still work.there could be a couple of reasons those pumps quit.work with us ,we should be able to get this narrowed down.B.P.
Thaks for your respond,

The rear pump when bad after few months of opperation. The side front gas tank pump went out a few month after. I have not been able to use it after that. I will check all the items you kindly point out.

I thank you for your input and I will keep you you informed,

George
 
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Old Apr 29, 2009 | 04:27 PM
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You must have garbage in your tank, they should last longer than that.

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Old Apr 29, 2009 | 04:36 PM
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If it's imported garbage they WILL fail prematurely.

We had an Exploder in the shop that went through 3 imported pumps in less than a year.
 
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Old Apr 29, 2009 | 04:52 PM
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How true ...

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Old Apr 29, 2009 | 05:02 PM
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Another thing that burns them up quickly is running the tank low on fuel.

The pump needs to be submersed at all times to stay cool.
 
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Old Apr 29, 2009 | 07:05 PM
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F O R D thats the way to go in my opinion. Make sure that the tanks are clean and debris free cause that will mess them up prematurely as well.
 
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Old Apr 29, 2009 | 10:44 PM
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always make sure to replace the fuel strainer also. you wouldn't believe how many people need convincing of this in my area
 
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Old Apr 30, 2009 | 12:51 AM
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The front fuel pump went down on my '95 F150 and I replaced it with a Carter pump from NAPA. It's working great for me.
 
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Old Apr 30, 2009 | 10:54 AM
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Originally Posted by IreallyLikeFords
The front fuel pump went down on my '95 F150 and I replaced it with a Carter pump from NAPA. It's working great for me.

Yes, FORD is the way to go. The pumps did not last very long. I must point out that I did replace the strainer and filter. The pumps I used were from autozone. One pump was with the full assembly and the other was just with the hardware. At that time, I was just in a budget and I could not afford to pay the best part. I learned my lesson well. I will go Ford or maybe Carter?

George from Pasadena
 
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Old Apr 30, 2009 | 11:20 AM
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I am trying to buy the correct pump for my front tank. Since I do not have the stamp on the door I truly do not which of the two capacity tanks I have. By simply looking, Is there a way to tell the tanks apart?

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Old Apr 30, 2009 | 01:11 PM
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Use the search optioin I believe there was a post about how to distinguish if they were a 19 or 16 gallon tank.
 
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Old Apr 30, 2009 | 01:57 PM
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The search option on this site sucks big hairy donkey *****, just measure the length of the tank 59" is the 19 gallon, 43" is the 16 gallon.
 
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Old Apr 30, 2009 | 03:28 PM
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I knew there was someone who had already talked about it I just couldnt remember who it was. Thanks Archion
 
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