1998 S-10 P/U 2.2 Fuel Pump

[crockadale]

This is the 3rd time the fuel pump has expired. The last two have been aftermarket pumps (Pep Boys). From searching around I’ve found that it is a common problem. At $259 + for pumps and I’m retired that’s 1/3 of my income, is there a alternate way to repair? I’m thinking remote electric pump mounted on the frame or firewall. Any input would be very helpful. Also the Hanes manual is very confusing. The picture for the 1998 2.2 SFI looks just like mine but the vin decodes to MPI ????