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Fuel Pump

Post by poplars »

Ok... I'm going to be brave!

My traveller needs a new fuel pump.... I'm going to fit it myself.

Comments on good place to order what I need online.... Also any advice on fitting for a novice like me!

Chap who looked at the issue thought even I could do it!
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Re: Fuel Pump

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Burlen Fuel Systems supply all the SU bits:

http://sucarb.co.uk/su-fuel-pumps-spares.html

I recommend their electronic conversion kits - had one on the Traveller for several years now, with no problems.
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Re: Fuel Pump

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Not sure i would be capable of doing an electronic conversion... so how would I know which pump would be the correct one for my 1967 traveller?
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Re: Fuel Pump

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Im assuming as my batter is positive earth then this would be the right fuel pump http://sucarb.co.uk/su-fuel-pumps-spare ... -8991.html
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Re: Fuel Pump

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It's an easy swap - and I suggest sticking with a NON electronic pump. They seem to last 40+ years - will that be a worry for you?? Here's one that will be fine... http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/SU-MECHANICAL ... 233c87243c
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Re: Fuel Pump

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40 years will do me.. though clearly the one in mine didn't last that long...

Think Id prefer a new one.

So do I need one that says positive earth.. given the discussion about my car having a battery that is?

http://sucarb.co.uk/su-fuel-pumps-spare ... -8991.html
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Re: Fuel Pump

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If it is NON electronic, it is not polarity sensitive. What's wrong with your pump??
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Re: Fuel Pump

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Had RAC out (guy used to work on Morris cars) said it was faulty and need replacing, but that I should be able to do it myself. OK stupid question.. the one that is on the car is clearly connected in some way to the battery ... does that make it an electronic pump???
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Re: Fuel Pump

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Scratch that, regarding what sort.. this is the one thats on that is malfunctioning so I will get one of these as a replacement.

http://sucarb.co.uk/su-fuel-pumps-spare ... -8958.html
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Re: Fuel Pump

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That's the one, don't throw away the old one since its quite possible it can be repaired to just as good as new with a new diaphraghm and points (or basically a repair kit).
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Re: Fuel Pump

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Pump ordered... will let you know how I get on!

Will definitely keep the old one.
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Re: Fuel Pump

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Did he do anything to revive your old pump? Did he test the pump by trying to pump some fuel up into a can? All it likely needs is a quick clean of the points - a ladies nail-file stick is ideal - just pull it through gently between the points a couple of times.
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All it likely needs is a quick clean of the points - a ladies nail-file stick is ideal - just pull it through gently between the points a couple of times.
Generally i'd agree, and it takes only a few minutes at most but if the points are badly worn/eroded/burnt, don't bother. Replacing the points only takes 30 mins longer than replacing the pump an saves a small fortune..
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Re: Fuel Pump

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He tested it more than I would know what to do. As I say, he has worked on Morris cars so took his advice. And if the old pump is salvageable then I can sell that so no worries.
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Re: Fuel Pump

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Well - it's an easy swap - and you will then have a spare...
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Re: Fuel Pump

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It's certainly worth having a spare in the boot to save you the trouble of trying to fix troublesome pump issues and trying to replace points by the road side.
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Re: Fuel Pump

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I agree with Ray - if the initial cleaning of the points gets the pump going again, then a new set of points fitted 'at your convenience' is the route to go.
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Re: Fuel Pump

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Brill thanks chaps. New pump on order and then hopefully you can talk me through the cleaning up of the old one.
Bad day today.. In last 24 hrs fuel pump gone.... fuel line bust on my petrol auger mid fence post hole.. and then the throttle line on mower snapped! Grrrrr
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Re: Fuel Pump

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Errrr - have you ever considered Stamp Collecting, rather than petrol engines, for a hobby?
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Re: Fuel Pump

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No idea what was going on today! Think its because the mower and auger have been thrashed sorting out the 2 acre plot we bought! You can imagine my cursing and general outlook after it all happened seemingly together!
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