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Re install of fuel pump on 1940 ford v8
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classiclover |
09-12-2026 @ 12:01 PM
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Update gents
I just got my new/rebuilt pump from Charlie Schwendler. After a rather short discussion re: the one I sent him which was also rebuilt, but in such bad shape that he advised me to let him build me a pump. He built me an original pump with the drain cock. I just installed it using Mike's suggestion of removing the tower and attach the pump to it and install them as a n assembly. Worked well. Car started right up, BUT gas leaks at both the carb and pump. I was very careful not to over tighten those brass fittings, but had to put a little more pressure to stop the leaks. Now all is good Thanks to all of you for advice and tips
Dale
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08-30-2026 @ 7:19 AM
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Ken, good point. He had three. There was Old Paint, then there was Patina, and his last one was Up In Flames.
Alan
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08-30-2026 @ 5:44 AM
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Alan,
Not a V8r,
but he did have a Pinto...
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08-29-2026 @ 9:34 PM
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Was he a V8er?
Alan
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08-29-2026 @ 7:08 PM
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Alan
I appreciate all your help. I bought the new pump from Early Ford v8 parts in Piedmont NC and I am sending the old pump to Charlie Schwendler in NY to verify its condition and repair as necessary. I will certainly contact the club member in my area as you suggested. Again, thanks for all the help " I will endeavor to persevere, "Chief Dan George"
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08-29-2026 @ 4:41 PM
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Dale, I do certainly understand your frustration. In my day, there were plenty of others with similar interests to call on, no shortage of help on hand. My only suggestion on that order would be to contact the nearest Regional Group of the EFV8 Club. That would be the Piedmont RG 52 in Waxhaw NC, about a hundred miles from you. Contact : Ted Wilburn, email ted.wilburn@gmail.com Phone 704-562-9428. Ted may even provide some names of members closer to you that can help.
Where did you send your pump to be rebuilt, to whom? ...And the new pump, what holes and bolts are you talking about, and where did you get that new pump? Can you provide any info on that pump?
Alan
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classiclover |
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08-29-2026 @ 11:20 AM
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I have gone thru all your suggestions and all things check out EXCEPT my rebuilt pump doesn't appear to be working. I just reinstalled the pump and followed Alan's suggestion of putting my finger on the intake of the pump and turn engine over. I should feel some pressure. I did that and didnt feel anything. As I said earlier, I did purchase a new pump, glass bowl type. When installing it on the tower I find the holes in the flange are too small, not a lot, but won't accept the bolts. I will call the source on Monday. Anybody have similar experience with this newer model pump. My next step is to send the rebuilt back and have it rechecked. Needless to say I am FRUSTRATED
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08-28-2026 @ 7:49 AM
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Dale, let’s back up a bit … you said earlier that you successfully bench tested the pump. How was that accomplished? With the pump installed, no flex hose attached, press your finger over the inlet while cranking the engine, you should feel suction on your finger. If that is successful, try that test again with the flex hose installed. Remember also, the connections must be good, as even the smallest leak will prevent operation.
Alan
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08-28-2026 @ 5:01 AM
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Alan
I have heeded all the advice given, which is greatly appreciated. I just replaced the flex hose a few month ago and did test it as suggested. I am following all suggestions to try to get this fixed. I have blown out all the fuel lines from the tank to the carb, I checked the travel of the push rod, I isolated the fuel pump as suggested, "with the new flex line on it", I sent the pump to be rebuilt and was advised it was not working , and had it rebuilt, followed Mike's suggestion on taking the tower off and installing pump on tower and then reinstall on intake manifold. Great idea, made the job much easier. I was careful to make sure the push rod was seated properly on the pump arm which should line up when putting the tower back on. I am very frustrated myself. The car was running great before I let it set 6 weeks with ethenol gas, which I know better. It did destroy the pump I live in Winston-Salem NC are there any savvy club guys in this area who I might ask for additional help
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08-27-2026 @ 9:54 PM
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Dale, it seems that you have not understood the excellent advice you have been given here. Your attempt to pull gas from a can with the suspect flex line having failed, you discount the advice to replace the flex line and instead, purchase a new pump, which by the way, may be inferior to a rebuilt pump. As our advice is limited to address the facts as you describe them, we can certainly make mistakes based on misunderstood facts, but we can’t help if you make decisions unresponsive to our advice.
Alan
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