CHEVY SMALL BLOCK FUEL PUMP REPLACEMENT
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- Опубликовано: 8 сен 2024
- We replace the fuel pump in my SBC350 1977 Corvette.
TOOLS NEEDED:
Jack, stands, tire wrench, socket wrench, socket wrench large extensions (X2), 7/16 socket, 5/8 line wrench, flat screwdriver, pliers, work light (non-electric), small bucket, fire extinguisher, heavy grease, and black RTV.
the way I learned it, theres a 9/16th bolt right on the front of the block. right in the area where that rod runs. if you remove that bolt before touching the fuel pump. you can take your first bolt out of the fuel pump. thread it into the hole on the front of the block. tighten it until you feel it touch the pump rod. that will keep the rod in place.
No need to apologize for any imperfections. I would like to see a short video of you test driving the car. I've never replace a fuel pump in my life but I have several classic cars and I watch how-to mechanics videos so I can have a little more control when deciding if my mechanic should be kept or fired. I appreciate the details you offer in this video.
Mike, you've got a great Vette. Doesn't need to be a show car. GOOD job! Thanks for your tips and video. It helped me a bunch before I tackeled my pump job.
Great feedback! Cheers
I first found out my pump was leaking after the fire department responded to a fuel leak at my storage unit and gave me a call to come open it up. That sucked. I first thought it was the fuel line (as someone notes below), so replaced that and parked it back in unit. A few days later I returned to take it to a Cars and Coffee event, only to find the tank empty again (at least no fire department this time). So that's what's leading me to conclude it's the pump.
That is wild that it would leak so fast! I hope to hear you find this soon!
Doing mine tommorrow thanks for the vid!!
Excellent!!! You will do great.
Thank your for your detailed explanations!
Cheers
Great video and thanks for taking the time to make it.
Excellent vid. Thanks for posting!
Christopher Gordon absolutely!
Video excellent. I purchased a Edelbrook 1721 fuel pump. Does not have a return line fitting. Do I need one with this pump?
Harold Kittredge vettes have a return line to help with vapor lock in summer, though you do not need one on that pump, I’d look to install an in line wix fuel filter between pump and carb that has a vapor return line that can go to the return line on frame.
Must be Nice. Try doing one on a 82 G20 .305. Time to go Electric.
I'm no professional, so take my suggestion as you see fit: I jacked up the front of my 76 higher than the rear so gravity would keep fuel in tank rather than leak onto the ground where I have to lay when I took the rubber supply line. Plus I'm not as skinny as Mike, so this way I have more room to work!
Nice job
Nice job. I have a 1975 garage queen that has developed a small gas leak. Probably that rubber fuel supply line.
Give it a look!
great video the way you narrated it anyone can understand it, I'm looking because I just bought a 78 andI found a pair of vice grips on a line I thought was a brake line because the pedal goes to the floor turned out to be a return line as I get gas on the ground in the back when I removed the vice grips. not sure if I can get to it without removing the tanks, But thanks for clarification!
Thank you for the feedback!
Bro, try a 1/4 extension to get through the frame to the pump bolt. And could use some line lock pliers to pinch off the fuel line so it doesn't leak everywhere when you "let it lose" lol
Urbanguerillagrower 1 thank you for this, constructive criticism.
@@classiccorvetteguide9147 I jacked the front of my vette up so the fuel line runs up hill (plus I like more room to work under the car). Can then "cap" the line with a bolt and clamp without fuel running out. Thanks for the tips on this project!
Can you put the part number for the fuel lines for the hose please thank you
And where you get it please thank you
Fantastic video - I'm having trouble removing the backing plate, kind of stuck, any tips?
Hi Mike, informative video. I couldn’t quite hear what parts dealer you got the pump and hoses from? Thanks.
Hi! If sticking with OE like I did in this video, the pump and hoses can be bought at zip corvette.
Thank you.
how about using fuel pump actuating bolt to hold pumpshaft in place forget the grease
Sure! That may work if you have the bolt and are careful not to damage the rod.
Why he gotta put the engine at tdc to replace the fuel pump
Simple! It puts the cam in optimal position to allow for an easy mating of the pump. If it’s not, the pushrod May not go in all the way and make it hard for the pump to maté.
Why is TDC needed on the engine prior to starting?
No One the pump goes in easier if at TDC due to push rod placement.
Sorry the newbie question, ... so, the return line is the thinner one (1/4") at the left and the supply line the one you capped, correct? Where did you get the new hoses? Thanks!
Small One is the vapor line/return. Not necessary if tank is vented to charcoal canister. With a performance fuel pump, you won’t use it. New hoses from ecklers.
@@classiccorvetteguide9147 Thanks, keep up with these great video!
That stupid push rod is hell on earth, tried to mount the new pump without TDC and man it just is lost cause.
Putting it to TDC makes it super simple!! Hope my video helped you.
@@classiccorvetteguide9147 Definitely giving me all the right pointers on how to get it done. Will attempt it with TDC soon, thanks for putting that vid up!
@@rianhines8747 I’ve got you friend!
@@classiccorvetteguide9147 Replacement was a breeze, new shiny pump is installes, hoses are replaced, but I fear my problem traveled further upstream, seems like my metal feed line is clogged up or something.
@@classiccorvetteguide9147 Found it just today, the little 3 inch line between tank and metal lines was completely rotted away. Starts and runs like new now!
And thats weird why is the fuel pump in the engine bay figured it would be in the tank
No- only electric fuel pumps from injection vehicles are in the tank from factory.
Could this guy talk any slower?
John - sorry you dislike my video designed to help everyone at every level. I can speak faster, but 101 of teaching is you speak to the level of a base audience and not beyond them.