<VV> But Seriously Folks, Here's a Post About Fuel Pumps

[Rick Loving]

Even with a new proper material diaphragm pump, they can fail from rust
particulate coursing thru the pump.

Do you have an inline filter before the pump?

Did the previous pump's diaphragm fail also?

There might be another reason that the pumps are failing....

Rick Loving
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Subject: <VV> But Seriously Folks, Here's a Post About Fuel Pumps

VVers:

I replaced the fuel pump on my '65 less than 2K miles ago (i..e, last 
summer).  This morning, while warming it up, I noticed a small puddle 
forming under the engine.  When I opened the hood, fuel was leaking 
quite rapidly from the side of the pump.  I tried tightening all the 
bolts on top of the unit, but the leak continued.

I don't mean to re-start the debate about mechanical vs. electric 
pumps.  I just want to replace my mechanical unit and get driving again.

I have read here on VV about how there used to be a problem with the 
fuel pumps, but now the problem's gone, and to look for the diaphragm 
with the cloth fibers_______

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