qmtgp Posted January 12, 2006 Report Share Posted January 12, 2006 just got a new fuel pump cause i fried my last one when i ran out of gas and kept trying to start it (i was cold lol). anyway's i got it with the "week" or whatever wiring harness i think thats the correct letters for it. i didnt know if that was the right one i'm sure one of you guy's will know what it is. i'm gonna try to do this today but i could use a lil advice on this cause i have never done this before and i dont want to screw it up so i could use all the help i can get thanks alot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
herb427sc Posted January 12, 2006 Report Share Posted January 12, 2006 You want the fuel pump for a Corvette of the same year. It would be nice to have a hoist, but all you need to do is remove the hangers at the back of the tank and let the tank drop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TGPilot Posted January 12, 2006 Report Share Posted January 12, 2006 but all you need to do is remove the hangers at the back of the tank and let the tank drop. Not trying to correct you or anything...but ummm...might want to add the use of a floor jack with a 1.5' to 2' long to spread the jacks pressure point across the bottom of the tank. If you have more than 1/4 of a tank full you will most likely want another person there to help steady it down. Do not just unbolt the straps and let it fall..you will rip out the wires and hoses! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbo231 Posted January 13, 2006 Report Share Posted January 13, 2006 I think I covered this a bit in the FAQ section, but I'll just link it for you. Has a couple hints for ya. http://members.aol.com/regal231/fuel.htm Good luck. Ben Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qmtgp Posted January 13, 2006 Author Report Share Posted January 13, 2006 huh that seems easy enough. is there any special tools i need? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbo231 Posted January 14, 2006 Report Share Posted January 14, 2006 Nope. Can be done with simple hand tools...and remember, a hammer is your friend. NO MERCY!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garrett Powered Posted January 14, 2006 Report Share Posted January 14, 2006 ...hammer and flathead screwdriver. to unscrew the top seal on the gas tank. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TurboSedan Posted January 14, 2006 Report Share Posted January 14, 2006 remember, some cars will require quick-disconnect tools. it's a hit or miss from what i have seen in the j/y. some just need flare wrenches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qmtgp Posted January 14, 2006 Author Report Share Posted January 14, 2006 alright i'll try that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bossman429 Posted January 15, 2006 Report Share Posted January 15, 2006 A hose pick tool is very helpful in getting the fill and vent lines off. I have this one: http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/item.asp?P65=&tool=all&item_ID=72510&group_ID=17606&store=snapon-store&dir=catalog but you could find something similar in a parts store. Getting the fill and vent lines off was the hardest part of the job for me, and I did it on a lift. A good set of line/flare wrenches will serve you very well for this project and many to come. I have a set of Craftsman Pro series flare wrenches and they are awesome, have NEVER come close to rounding a line fitting. The regular craftsman line wrenches are real bad about rounding line fittings from what I have seen. Spend the extra dough for the pro ones and you can't go wrong. Good luck, I did this to Josh's TSTE 3 months ago, so everything is relatively fresh in my mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
creepin_olds Posted January 15, 2006 Report Share Posted January 15, 2006 If you were closer, I would volunteer my time with you to get it done, but you live way away from me, lol :-P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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