Fuel sender float part number

[K2Orion]

I've got a 72 custom deluxe that is having fuel issues. It is starving at higher RPM(4k+)and will sometimes die when I stop at a light or stop sign. I guess it might be because the truck was parked for almost 15 years. I have already replaced the filter and plan to change the fuel pump as well. But when I pulled the fuel sender/pickup from the tank to check the sock/filter the float was completely disintegrated.
I see that LMC has the float but I'd prefer not to buy it from them. Does anybody have any suggestions on who else has a float or a number for something else that will work?

[mbgmike]

We use TriStar

http://www.tristarrradiator.com/Prod...ts%20Page.html

we are a liitle less then what they charge
we have both in stock
strainer is $4.50
float is $5.50

[cdowns]

i've bought both from local auto parts stores and boat supply stores without having to pay shipping

[mbgmike]

Originally Posted by cdowns

i've bought both from local auto parts stores and boat supply stores without having to pay shipping

you can spend that much on gas to go and get them shipping doesn't cost that much

[K2Orion]

I'll send you a PM.

[K2Orion]

Cdowns, did you buy parts specifically for a 72 or something else? What were these parts intended for?

[K2Orion]

Bringing this back up. I bought the parts from somebody here but the float was bad and a few days after installing it, the float stopped floating.

So where can I find a float other tahn LMC? I don't want to pay $7 shipping for a $5 part.

[crakarjax]

Originally Posted by K2Orion

Bringing this back up. I bought the parts from somebody here but the float was bad and a few days after installing it, the float stopped floating.

So where can I find a float other tahn LMC? I don't want to pay $7 shipping for a $5 part.

Why don't you just get a free replacement from the person u bought it from?

BTW, what size is the pickup tube that the strainer goes on?

[nyncompute]

Originally Posted by mbgmike

you can spend that much on gas to go and get them shipping doesn't cost that much

You're right!. Sometimes I debate going to the other side of town to try and find a part for the truck knowing I'll spend a fin in gas and pay inflated prices at my local 67-72 dealer. Only benefit is you get it today.

[Ed 72 Sierra Grande]

Originally Posted by crakarjax

Why don't you just get a free replacement from the person u bought it from?

BTW, what size is the pickup tube that the strainer goes on?

If you find one, I need a set for my 72 as well. Thanks