Fuel Pump Swap

[Patrick B.]

Re: Fuel Pump Swap

Since these pumps seem to fail unexpectedly, I'd like to have a replacement one on hand for when I'm on a road trip. Is there a generic one I can source from either NAPA or Rock Auto that will fit all three of my C-2's ('63 300hp, '67 300hp, '67 427/435)?
Thanks in advance.
Ric

The 63 and 67 327 pumps would both bolt up to the same block but are of a different design so it is unlikely the outlet fitting would be in the same location. The big block pump would not even bolt up to a small block.

[Frank D.]

Re: Fuel Pump Swap

Thanks all. I'll give it a go. Now taking off the wheel on a four post lift will be interesting.

I have a small bottle jack that just fits under the frame rail aft of the wheel and I can pump it just enough to get the tire airborne and slip a block made of wooden 2x4s screwed together to rest the frame on temporarily..while leaving the bottle jack in place with a bit of tension on it.

[Harry S.]

Re: Fuel Pump Swap

I have a small bottle jack that just fits under the frame rail aft of the wheel and I can pump it just enough to get the tire airborne and slip a block made of wooden 2x4s screwed together to rest the frame on temporarily..while leaving the bottle jack in place with a bit of tension on it.

I like that......

[George C.]

Re: Fuel Pump Swap

Ric,
I haven't seen any answers on a good source for a rebuild kit.
I ended up ordering a new pump for the current problem, but still plan to get a kit and rebuild the old pump, if we get a recommended source. Some of the Corvette Parts houses have them, but they are pretty pricey.
George

[Harry S.]

Re: Fuel Pump Swap

Try ----> http://arthurgouldrebuilders.com/contact.html

I believe for $100.00 they restore, rebuild and pressure test your pump. Give them a call for current pricing. If it's still $100, not a bad deal

[Frank D.]

Re: Fuel Pump Swap

Ric,
I haven't seen any answers on a good source for a rebuild kit.
I ended up ordering a new pump for the current problem, but still plan to get a kit and rebuild the old pump, if we get a recommended source. Some of the Corvette Parts houses have them, but they are pretty pricey.
George

I guess you didn't see my Paragon post; I used their kits in three original 4657 pumps with no issues, I'd bet most the big vendors carry the same ones; ethanol resistant soft parts and proper diaphragm.

But yes you can always use one of those "less pricey" off shore Chiwanese kits with the overly stiff diaphragms that'll jam 8 psi fuel into your carbs.

Been there, done that...