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Old 12-06-2009, 11:53 AM
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Hey Everyone, 71 Camaro fuel pump is leaking out of what I suppose is a overflow hole on the pump. Does anyone have any Idea if perhaps I just may have flooded it or do I need to replace this pump?
 
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Old 12-06-2009, 12:05 PM
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The diaphragm inside is shot. Time for a new pump.
 
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Old 12-06-2009, 12:27 PM
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Thanks for the quick response and info. would you suggest I stick to a factory pump or should I upgrade? My 350 is still mainly stock.
 
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Old 12-06-2009, 12:38 PM
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I'd stick with a factory style pump, even with a fairly built engine, unless you're running so much carburetion that a mechanical can't keep up.
Be sure to change your engine's oil and fliter too! When the diaphram breaks it can let gas into your crankcase.
 
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Old 12-06-2009, 01:01 PM
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A stock one will work fine. And I would get a good name brand, not a cheap house brand.
 
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