HELP ! Fuel Sending Unit
#1
HELP ! Fuel Sending Unit
Hi folks...
Purchased an '89 Dakota, and I knew that the fuel pump was bad. Getting a fuel pump and strainer, no problem.
Getting a SENDING UNIT <--- problem! my float is floating freely (rusted off) in the tank, so I have to replace that. And it looks like Dodge /Chrysler has quit building that.
Can anyone help me find a sending unit for that ? (89 dodge dakota 6 cyl.)
Thanks!
Purchased an '89 Dakota, and I knew that the fuel pump was bad. Getting a fuel pump and strainer, no problem.
Getting a SENDING UNIT <--- problem! my float is floating freely (rusted off) in the tank, so I have to replace that. And it looks like Dodge /Chrysler has quit building that.
Can anyone help me find a sending unit for that ? (89 dodge dakota 6 cyl.)
Thanks!
#2
OK... MORE INFO:
So looks like others have had this problem as well. and some have been able to repair in some way, or have gone to a pick-and-pull yard... but from what I can see the float arm is completely rusted solid on this one. The vehicle had 250,000+ miles, so I can believe that happens... but with a new engine (already installed by previous owner) I should not worry about miles.
TODAY, I am replacing the pump, which means that my gas gage won't work. and that's a drag. But the Dakota will run.
IF YOU KNOW A SOURCE FOR A SENDING UNIT, PLEASE LET ME KNOW.
So looks like others have had this problem as well. and some have been able to repair in some way, or have gone to a pick-and-pull yard... but from what I can see the float arm is completely rusted solid on this one. The vehicle had 250,000+ miles, so I can believe that happens... but with a new engine (already installed by previous owner) I should not worry about miles.
TODAY, I am replacing the pump, which means that my gas gage won't work. and that's a drag. But the Dakota will run.
IF YOU KNOW A SOURCE FOR A SENDING UNIT, PLEASE LET ME KNOW.
#3
If you can post a picture of your pump with the float arm.
If it is like the one in this post https://dodgeforum.com/forum/1st-gen...-friendly.html
You can probably make your own float arm with some stainless Tig welding rod and a good pair of side cutters and pliers. Maybe a needle nose for the circle.
If you go that way bring in the broken arm to get the right size.
If it is like the one in this post https://dodgeforum.com/forum/1st-gen...-friendly.html
You can probably make your own float arm with some stainless Tig welding rod and a good pair of side cutters and pliers. Maybe a needle nose for the circle.
If you go that way bring in the broken arm to get the right size.
#4
If you can post a picture of your pump with the float arm.
If it is like the one in this post https://dodgeforum.com/forum/1st-gen...-friendly.html
You can probably make your own float arm with some stainless Tig welding rod and a good pair of side cutters and pliers. Maybe a needle nose for the circle.
If you go that way bring in the broken arm to get the right size.
If it is like the one in this post https://dodgeforum.com/forum/1st-gen...-friendly.html
You can probably make your own float arm with some stainless Tig welding rod and a good pair of side cutters and pliers. Maybe a needle nose for the circle.
If you go that way bring in the broken arm to get the right size.
I did see that thread about doing testing and repair, but that really hits the newer (1990 and later) units. Sadly, the unit in the 1989 that I have right now is completely shot. The unit itself is rusted and unable to move at all, so trying to repair the arm just won't work. Here is a picture:
The local Dodge parts counter, after verifying with my VIN, says that the complete assembly part number is: 5217865 But no luck on that so far.
Last edited by Zebraitis; 03-17-2021 at 09:04 PM.
#6
Could it use a complete tank assembly? That would be a great option, but my repair shop here called some friends at the local auto graveyards and there was no luck finding a doner.
As to could I replace it with a 92-96 tank... well, I don't know. This is my first Dodge ever, so I would have to defer that question to those smarter than I on this subject.
#7
I purchased a 93 tank to eventually use on my 87. Have not installed yet, but the tanks seem identical except for the sending unit assy.
Provided you have a regulator that will control pressure I believe you could use the newer tank.
You will probably need the plug assy and then match up your wiring.......
BTW what motor do you have?
Provided you have a regulator that will control pressure I believe you could use the newer tank.
You will probably need the plug assy and then match up your wiring.......
BTW what motor do you have?
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#8
That looks like the 22 gal tank on my 94.
Take a look at Ralph P's posts. he mentioned something recently about what it would take to use a later model pump in an 89 which is the year he owns. I remember it sounding simple but shrug. I think you'll have to go that way if you cannot find a used complete assembly so your gauge works.
never mind I was wrong :/
Here's the post I thought I was remembering https://dodgeforum.com/forum/1st-gen...89-dakota.html
He seems to think an newer tank and pump is the way.
Take a look at Ralph P's posts. he mentioned something recently about what it would take to use a later model pump in an 89 which is the year he owns. I remember it sounding simple but shrug. I think you'll have to go that way if you cannot find a used complete assembly so your gauge works.
never mind I was wrong :/
Here's the post I thought I was remembering https://dodgeforum.com/forum/1st-gen...89-dakota.html
He seems to think an newer tank and pump is the way.
Last edited by onemore94dak; 03-16-2021 at 09:45 PM.
#10
Thanks for the suggestion. I had used them before, but had forgotten about it as a possible source.