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Boyd · 07-28-2010, 01:30 AM

I swapped an I6 for a 350 recently. The new engine came with an Edelbrock fuel pump installed. I had to remove the fuel line fitting from the pump when I dropped the engine in because it was hitting the engine tower. Well, I re-installed the fitting tonight, but it's so tight between the tower and fitting that I can't get the hose installed. I could use a 90 fitting, but I'm almost positive the pump is too close to the tower to screw it on. Has anyone else had this or a similar problem before?

mstrav1973 · 07-28-2010, 01:36 AM

have you tried rotating the housing? I had to on mine to get the discharge where I wanted it. Those pumps can be rotated 360.

Matt

ERASER5 · 07-28-2010, 02:05 AM

X2

petey-pablo · 07-28-2010, 02:13 AM

What Motor mount towers are you useing I6 or 350, That could cause a problem too?

Boyd · 07-28-2010, 10:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mstrav1973

have you tried rotating the housing? I had to on mine to get the discharge where I wanted it. Those pumps can be rotated 360.

Matt

Thanks! I noticed the fasteners all around the perimeter and wondered if that would allow it to be rotated, but wasn't sure. I'll disassemble/reassemble tonight after work. Thanks again.

07-28-2010, 01:30 AM	#1
Boyd Resident Lurker Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Forney, TX Posts: 205	Edelbrock Fuel Pump Clearance Problem (pic) I swapped an I6 for a 350 recently. The new engine came with an Edelbrock fuel pump installed. I had to remove the fuel line fitting from the pump when I dropped the engine in because it was hitting the engine tower. Well, I re-installed the fitting tonight, but it's so tight between the tower and fitting that I can't get the hose installed. I could use a 90 fitting, but I'm almost positive the pump is too close to the tower to screw it on. Has anyone else had this or a similar problem before? __________________ The Rotten Mule: '72 Chevy Short Step Project- http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=417252 "Every normal man must be tempted at times to spit on his hands, hoist the black flag, and begin to slit throats."- H.L. Mencken

07-28-2010, 01:36 AM	#2
mstrav1973 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Meridian, Idaho Posts: 321	Re: Edelbrock Fuel Pump Clearance Problem (pic) have you tried rotating the housing? I had to on mine to get the discharge where I wanted it. Those pumps can be rotated 360. Matt __________________ 72 chevy k-10, swb, auto, 35's, rally's, posi, 4" lift, 2.5" old style 40 series flows with headers and crossover pipe and some other stuff!!

07-28-2010, 02:05 AM	#3
ERASER5 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Indiana Posts: 4,859	Re: Edelbrock Fuel Pump Clearance Problem (pic) X2 __________________ '70 GMC C1500 LWB Power disc brakes. WooHoo! Posi 6 Lug Dana 60

07-28-2010, 02:13 AM	#4
petey-pablo "THE GREEN GOBLIN" Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Fremont Ca. Posts: 1,025	Re: Edelbrock Fuel Pump Clearance Problem (pic) What Motor mount towers are you useing I6 or 350, That could cause a problem too? __________________ Petey-pablo "THE GREEN GOBLIN" 1972 Cheyenne 10 Short Fleet Side Front 2.5inch Spindles with 2inch Springs Rear 4inch drop Springs. 454BBC TH400,Posi 1971 Cheyenne 10 Long Fleet Side 454BBC TH350,Posi Sold Drive it like you stole it! Petey-pablo@sbcglobal.net



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