If you find you do need a new pump, RockAuto has a Python one for $59.79. Yes, there are alternative pumps, some of which have slightly different inlet and/or outlet sizes, or different electrical connections, but the Python one at RockAuto is about as cheap as you will get. Ed -------------------------------------------------- From: "Ry" <rylincoln@GMAIL.COM> Sent: Friday, December 31, 2010 5:14 PM To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Subject: fuel pump replacement > I just finished the installation of a 2.5 liter in my van, and I think by > some awful coincidence my fuel pump went bad between taking the old vw > motor > out and putting the new Subaru in. > > I tested with a test light that I have power at the pump terminals and > ...I > do. I also know for sure I have 7+gallons in my fuel tank. I don't hear > the "whir" sound when turning the ignition on. If I pour a little fuel in > the intake it fires up immediately! > > I thought I read someone saying there was a cheaper fuel pump that specs > out > for some other car(ford somethign maybe?) that works well... > > Am I dreaming this up? or does anyone know? > > thanks, > > -Ry > http://www.google.com/profiles/rylincoln > |
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