I am replacing the mechanical fuel pump on my 1976 Chevy van G20 350 V8. It's almost impossible to get a finger in to move the push rod up and really
impossible to have it stay up. I notice there are 2 bolts holding what looks like a plate that may stop the push rod from coming out. There are two identical
gaskets in the box with the new pump. It does not look like one will fit under the plate as the plate is longer than the pump mounting casting. Should I remove
the plate, let the rod out and put heavy grease on the top end and replace it? Is the additional gasket for the plate or do I need a different one between the
plate and pump mount casting?
Any help appreciated.
Thanks,
Slowpoke.
impossible to have it stay up. I notice there are 2 bolts holding what looks like a plate that may stop the push rod from coming out. There are two identical
gaskets in the box with the new pump. It does not look like one will fit under the plate as the plate is longer than the pump mounting casting. Should I remove
the plate, let the rod out and put heavy grease on the top end and replace it? Is the additional gasket for the plate or do I need a different one between the
plate and pump mount casting?
Any help appreciated.
Thanks,
Slowpoke.