Fuel starvation problem - help!

[stephen low]

Well done Al.

If all goes well tomorrow, I will be registered - hence the rapid response to fix my buggered pump.

Admittedly the new pump is faintly making the same sort of sounds which is a worry.

Is there anything critical about the style of mounting on these pumps? I'd been given a fabricated strap that contacts over 180 degrees around the pump but have been bolting to a flat plate. Would this perhaps create internal pressure to cause rapid bearing decline?

I have seen the fabricated alloy holders which encircle the pump hence an even pressure.

Can anyone comment on this point?

Cheers

[Plums]

Unless you've strapped it down with dogs and chains I think it'll be fine..... Perhaps you could put some rubber under it to reduce/spread the load and make it quieter too

[cameron02]

I used to have a 68 Dodge with a 440. My fuel line was running too close to my headers and the fuel was vapourising in the lines. Only showed up when the engine got warm of course.

So if its not too late consider shielding or moving the lines to eliminate the possibility.