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Solver · 06-04-2003, 10:59 PM

The sock on the end of my gas sending unit was totally worn out so I just tore (actually it fell off). Right now I don't have a sock on the end but someone posted that this leads to terrible fuel pump problems. Is the sock replaceable?Will the metal ring the sock mounts to slide off or is it soldered or press fit? Will I have fuel pump problems without it? I haven't fired her up yet so was just checking first.
Thanks
Solver

Longhorn Man · 06-05-2003, 12:13 AM

I have never ran one on any old vehicle I have ever owned...and never had a problem either. As long as you have a fuel filter, all should be fine.

Huck · 06-05-2003, 09:08 AM

Everyone would be happier if you changed your socks once in a while---left to right, right to left---inside out---you know the Al Bundy thing~~~~~~heheheh.
Anyway, the screen on the end of the tank outlet is there to minimze crap being sucked into the fuel system. Most trucks I have parted out either didn't have that screen--loose in the tank--or it was rotted away. Your inline fuel filter has MUCH smaller holes to protect the carb which is your main concern. I agree with Andy and would not worrry too much about it. Much bigger concern is the tank full of gas in the cab with you. One roll over on the drivers side and you are toast--well burnt!! Huck

PanelDeland · 06-05-2003, 06:58 PM

I usually run a filter between the tank and the metal line that leads to the fuel pump.I have never had a problem.

Baradium · 06-05-2003, 07:02 PM

I always take the sock off of new sending units when I get them to go in a vehicle. I stick an inline filter after the sender before the pump though. This gives you that better filtration and helps your pump as well as helps your other filter. Just get the biggest one you can easily get that will fit somewhere before your pump. I wouldn't like running without *any* filter before the pump though, and I feel that the filter works better than that sock anyways.

Longhorn Man · 06-05-2003, 09:26 PM

PanelDeland, I used to place my fuel filter like that, but I have found out that this can actually cause...or agrevate vapor lock. (the boiling of fuel in your lines)
The best place to have your filter is between the pump and the carb. I can explain this to better detail later if you or anyone else wants me to.

SEVEND2 · 06-05-2003, 10:48 PM

i run 2 filters 1 inline under truck a cheapy and a nice chrome on under the hood, and no sock

Solver · 06-06-2003, 01:26 AM

thanks guys thats what I needed to know!
I have a filter before the carb so I guess I should be good to go.
I will finally get the old longhorn fired up this weekend. Got most of the front end back on this week. Just got to sand and paint the box.Then some new wood and some trim and some 8 hole wheels and a seat and------- It never ends.

06-04-2003, 10:59 PM	#1
Solver Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Storm Lake, Ia Posts: 1,449	Can I change my socks? The sock on the end of my gas sending unit was totally worn out so I just tore (actually it fell off). Right now I don't have a sock on the end but someone posted that this leads to terrible fuel pump problems. Is the sock replaceable?Will the metal ring the sock mounts to slide off or is it soldered or press fit? Will I have fuel pump problems without it? I haven't fired her up yet so was just checking first. Thanks Solver __________________ 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 LWB-Blue 1972 Cheyenne Super 10 LWB-Black 1972 Cheyenne Super 10 LWB-Red 1972 Cheyenne Super 10 LWB-green 1972 GMC 4x4 LWB-White 1971 Cheyenne 10 LWB-Ochre 1971 Cheyenne 20 Longhorn-Copper 1971 Cheyenne 20 Longhorn-Black 1969 Custom 10 LWB-lt blue 1968 GMC 3/4 ton-green 1968 1/2 ton swb stepside-silver 1967 Chevrolet CST 10 LWB-green 1967 Chevrolet custom 20 LWB-Maroon

06-05-2003, 06:58 PM	#4
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,992	I usually run a filter between the tank and the metal line that leads to the fuel pump.I have never had a problem. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

06-05-2003, 10:48 PM	#7
SEVEND2 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Menifee, Calif, USA Posts: 2,145	i run 2 filters 1 inline under truck a cheapy and a nice chrome on under the hood, and no sock __________________ With a 1972 Chevy Custom-10 Long bed w/350cid th350, (under-construction). Progress on truck so far (follow link): http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ad.php?t=51051 and stage 2 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ad.php?t=58132 ~ "Why couldn't you have just put the bunny back in the box?" ~

06-06-2003, 01:26 AM	#8
Solver Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Storm Lake, Ia Posts: 1,449	thanks guys thats what I needed to know! I have a filter before the carb so I guess I should be good to go. I will finally get the old longhorn fired up this weekend. Got most of the front end back on this week. Just got to sand and paint the box.Then some new wood and some trim and some 8 hole wheels and a seat and------- It never ends. __________________ 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 LWB-Blue 1972 Cheyenne Super 10 LWB-Black 1972 Cheyenne Super 10 LWB-Red 1972 Cheyenne Super 10 LWB-green 1972 GMC 4x4 LWB-White 1971 Cheyenne 10 LWB-Ochre 1971 Cheyenne 20 Longhorn-Copper 1971 Cheyenne 20 Longhorn-Black 1969 Custom 10 LWB-lt blue 1968 GMC 3/4 ton-green 1968 1/2 ton swb stepside-silver 1967 Chevrolet CST 10 LWB-green 1967 Chevrolet custom 20 LWB-Maroon

06-05-2003, 12:13 AM	#2
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	I have never ran one on any old vehicle I have ever owned...and never had a problem either. As long as you have a fuel filter, all should be fine.

06-05-2003, 09:08 AM	#3
Huck Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Shelbyville, KY Posts: 3,261	Everyone would be happier if you changed your socks once in a while---left to right, right to left---inside out---you know the Al Bundy thing~~~~~~heheheh. Anyway, the screen on the end of the tank outlet is there to minimze crap being sucked into the fuel system. Most trucks I have parted out either didn't have that screen--loose in the tank--or it was rotted away. Your inline fuel filter has MUCH smaller holes to protect the carb which is your main concern. I agree with Andy and would not worrry too much about it. Much bigger concern is the tank full of gas in the cab with you. One roll over on the drivers side and you are toast--well burnt!! Huck

06-05-2003, 07:02 PM	#5
Baradium Binder Rep Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Salcha, AK Posts: 1,506	I always take the sock off of new sending units when I get them to go in a vehicle. I stick an inline filter after the sender before the pump though. This gives you that better filtration and helps your pump as well as helps your other filter. Just get the biggest one you can easily get that will fit somewhere before your pump. I wouldn't like running without any filter before the pump though, and I feel that the filter works better than that sock anyways.

06-05-2003, 09:26 PM	#6
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	PanelDeland, I used to place my fuel filter like that, but I have found out that this can actually cause...or agrevate vapor lock. (the boiling of fuel in your lines) The best place to have your filter is between the pump and the carb. I can explain this to better detail later if you or anyone else wants me to.



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