67' 390hp fuel pump install

[Dave K.]

My car has the original fuel pump with the proper AC logo and casting # on it. The car ran fine (59,000 original miles) prior to restoration and i am debating of cleaning up the original and put it back on or going with a replacement one which would not have the AC logo. If i put the replacement on what is the proper procedure for install. My engine is currently out of the car so no fuel lines to worry about.

[Joe L.]

Re: 67' 390hp fuel pump install

My car has the original fuel pump with the proper AC logo and casting # on it. The car ran fine (59,000 original miles) prior to restoration and i am debating of cleaning up the original and put it back on or going with a replacement one which would not have the AC logo. If i put the replacement on what is the proper procedure for install. My engine is currently out of the car so no fuel lines to worry about.

Dave-------

If you intend to drive the car, I would not re-use this pump. A fuel pump is a SAFETY item. It's also an item that if it fails suddenly (as they are wont to do), it'll leave you stranded somewhere. Replace it with a NEW pump that will also have upgraded internals for use with E10 fuel. New fuel pumps are configured very similar to originals, so you don't lose a lot there.

Installation is pretty simple, especially if the engine is out of the car. Turn the engine over until the fuel pump cam is on the base circle (i.e. the push rod is fully retracted) Just make sure the arm is in proper contact with the push rod. Now, when you install the engine in the car you need to make sure you don't snag the pump on something (e.g. front control arms) and break it.