on pump fuel filter canister
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on pump fuel filter canister
Is there really any logical way of getting this thing off? I mean really, ive tried everything to no avail. Its frustrating me so much that id like to knock the dam thing off with a hammer as well as the guys head who thought up this design. Idiotic. Whats my next move? does a new fuel pump come with a filter housing like this (it must)? How hard are they to put on/find?
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It screws on like any other mason jar...as you are under it on a 352...lefty loosy righty tighty same way for the 6 cylinders if looking straight down at the can...the gasket is about 1/8" thick...it SHOULD have a huge hex end stamped into the can itself...and typically the aftermarket fuel pumps dont have the filter unless you look long and hard for one...there were two types too...been there done that...Its hard to get it loose...but it will give..
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My 66 had the fuel pump with cannister when I bought it and it was full of rust. Decided to change to pump w/o canister, installed an inline clear filter b4 the pump so I can see of any more rust/trash comes thru !
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I had to use a strap wrench to remove my old canister. The remove and replace is pretty straight forward. There are only two bolts if I remember correctly. You will want to be careful with the fuel line fittings and use a flare-nut wrench just to be safe.
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New pump runs around 45 dollars...vs 5-7 ...just for a filter...I took my filter can off of mine after who knows how many years...at least 25...clean as a whistle...and lots of sitting time too....I would just unscrew the can and replace the filter.
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Camper,
I wish I could unscrew it. I'm young enough(32) and seemingly strong enough I just can't get it to budge. I even triennial channel locks at the bottom indentions but that started to bend the canister so I stopped. I sprayed some " unstick" automotive type spray on it and still no budge. My other option is to get it to a shop where I can stand under the truck and twist my heart out with my rubber coated gloves.has anyone made or used a tool to get this off?
Adam
I wish I could unscrew it. I'm young enough(32) and seemingly strong enough I just can't get it to budge. I even triennial channel locks at the bottom indentions but that started to bend the canister so I stopped. I sprayed some " unstick" automotive type spray on it and still no budge. My other option is to get it to a shop where I can stand under the truck and twist my heart out with my rubber coated gloves.has anyone made or used a tool to get this off?
Adam
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Like Mike said, you can use a strap wrench to remove it. considerably cheaper than a new pump and not near as time consuming. wally world or you favorite parts store should fix you right up. Dutch
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I am going to have to replace the pump. I really dont want to spend the money or take to time to do it but I have to. Is there anything i need to know about replacing the pump?
p.s Camper I will definately send you this pump however im not sure of the legal and logistical aspects of doing so.
p.s Camper I will definately send you this pump however im not sure of the legal and logistical aspects of doing so.
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Just make sure its as empty of fuel as possible and bag, double and triple bag it...the heavier the bag the better...and put in the box just so and post on it this side up and stuff like that...if the temps there are warm...leave it outside for a day or so after removing and getting as much fuel out of it as possible...you may need to work the pump arm a bit to get some of the fuel out...Keep me posted on how things go.
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