fuel pump

[65BLUBIRD]

Any secrets or shortcuts to replacing fuel pump in 65 tbird 390?

 

[65BLUBIRD]

After hours of trying to get this in...I put the gasket on the pump rather than the block. This helped to hold the bolts in place so that I could get them started. Used a socket with extension under the car to get stared. Finished from the top with 9/16 swivel socket and ratchet

 

[65BLUBIRD]

New fuel pump has the filter on the bottom of it. Currently have the plastic fuel filter up by the carburetor. Any damage in leaving it there? Also is there any particular size spanner wrench for the fuel filter or should I just get adjustable?

 

[sseebart]

New fuel pump has the filter on the bottom of it. Currently have the plastic fuel filter up by the carburetor. Any damage in leaving it there? Also is there any particular size spanner wrench for the fuel filter or should I just get adjustable?

No harm in leaving the additional filter in place. I've never seen a tool for removing the fuel pump canister; most people use an adjustable strap or wrench of some sort.

~Steve

 

[65BLUBIRD]

Thanks for the reply. I tried loosening it on the bench with a large size channel lock pliers I have but it was on pretty tight. I believe I have the strap type in a drawer in garage somewhere. Good news is I shouldn't have to mess with it for a while.