Did my fuel pump today
#25
06-29-2015, 03:42 AM
Veteran
I had to drain one with about 20 gals. I got two low sided rubber containers (WalMart) that would hold 2 - 3 gals that I could slide under the tank. Then I loosened the bottom hose just a bit and let the gas drain/trickle into the container. If you're fast, when one is about full, you can slide the other one under the stream and dump the almost full one in a bigger container, or another auto. I had a big funnel with a filter. After all of that was out, I used a squeeze pump from Harbor Freight to get the rest out. Probably an easier way, but I got it done.
#26
09-07-2015, 10:14 AM
I wouldn't worry. Airtex/wells makes general replacement fuel pumps for many applications. The three I installed all came with sleeves and adapters to make them fit that particular vehicle. Although I've heard a lot of whining about Airtex all three of the Airtex fuel pumps I have installed are all still working fine, including the first one in my '88 Crown Vic back in 2008. 60,000 miles, no issues.
In general, people who experience multiple fuel pump failures are those who fail to correctly flush/clean the fuel tank.
In general, people who experience multiple fuel pump failures are those who fail to correctly flush/clean the fuel tank.