fuel pump

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MAY WILLIAMS
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why does the fuel leak back from the pump to the tank does this carby have a replacement kit[diaphram & valve] like the old fuel pumps in that age bracket. how are thry inserted & how is the fuel pump opened when taken off the engine
Jan 13, 2012 at 9:03 PM
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FIXITMR
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does it look like it comes apart?
Jan 13, 2012 at 11:26 PM
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FIXITMR
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why not replace with cheaper easy mount electric pump from auto store my brother did that for like $30.
Jan 13, 2012 at 11:32 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Such mechanical pumps are non repairable. As fixitmr recommends, get an electrical pump but ensure it is for carburetted engines as there are those availble for injections which have excessive pressure for the carb.
Jan 14, 2012 at 2:28 AM
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