[Spridgets] fuel pump update

Peter Caldwell peter at nosimport.com
Mon Dec 14 15:07:23 MST 2009


The original OEM catalogs used to make the distinction by camshaft 
casting number.  So, if your engine and/or camshaft has been changed, 
you'll need the other, or a spacer.
         Peter C
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At 03:02 PM 12/14/2009, domanicoj at comcast.net wrote:
>I reinstalled the new AC fuel pump on my 75 midget 1500 this past weekend.B  I
>made sure the arm was above the camshaft.B  It still didn't work.B  I believe
>the pump the parts house recommended and sent me was the wrong one.B  They
>recommend a straight arm with no spacer for 75-77 and a curved arm with a
>spacer for 78 and after.B  When I installed the pump I could sense the arm
>being compressed.B  Trouble is, I believe, the arm is compressed so much that
>the section that is elliptical on the camshaft is not letting the arm relax
>enough to create suction.B  Wrong pump!B  maybe I will try it with a spacer.B
>But all info I can find says 75 midgets don't need a spacer.B  Hmmn?B B B  Try
>the other catalog house maybe.B  The 2 catalogs disagree with fuel pump info
>for 1500's.B  Anybody need a fuel pump?
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>Thanks for all your help.


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