Re: [DML] Re: Fuel Pump Change
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Re: [DML] Re: Fuel Pump Change



In a message dated 9/11/03 12:59:38 PM Central Daylight Time, 
swingle@xxxx writes:

> Twist harder. That's really the only option, you can't go applying a 
> torch to a fuel pump for obvious reasons. Grab the pump with a huge 
> pair of channel-locks and get a bigger wrench/breaker bar. Since you 
> are replacing the fuel pump anyway there's nothing to lose. You may 
> need to unhook the other end of the hoses and take the whole mess out 
> of the car so you can get a better grip on the pump, but the other 
> end of the hoses will have the same problem. Just don't twist the 
> hard lines that disappear under the body (on top of the frame), 
> that's when things REALLY get interesting. . 
> 
> Dave

Agreed. This happened to me and i was able to remove both flexible lines 
from the metal lines, pull the whole thing out of the car, and have a couple 
friends hold the pump while i put the wrench on top. you might try tapping the 
bolt head a few times before you give a good shot.

Andy


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