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how to check a fuel pump?
What is the best way to see if my fuel pump is still working properly?
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unsrew the inlet to the carb put a hose on it into a jar turn the motor over for 5seconds and see if you've got gas in the jar
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Buy a clear inline filter with replaceable inserts and see the fuel pumping.
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Probably the best way is to use a line pressure gauge on the discharge side of the pump while the engine is running. NAPA sells a decent gauge that is a pressure/Vacuum gauge that works well.
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A new fuel pump is about 15 bucks. How much trouble is it worth to you to just put a new one on?
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Tx Firefighter, thats a good point, but I would rather check it so if it is ok I can spend the $15 else where as the truck does need alot.
How much pressure is the fuel pump is suppose to put out?
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Location: Texas
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stock pump not much maybe 4 5 psi max?
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