sprung a gas leak today...

It was hard for me to tell exactly where the leak come from. But if it’s from the filter gasket it will be an easy fix.

If it’s from the pump, I’m not so sure I would try to fix it other than a complete pump replacement..

But hey look at the up side.. it could have been worse..
I saw a guy destroy his rear-end at the track today…

Good luck
 
Thinkin of buying this http://www.mustangsplus.com/xcart/1966-67-6-Cylinder-Mechanical-Fuel-Pump.html.

I take it all I need is to disconnect the fuel line from my old one, remove the 2 bolts holding it on the engine, install the new one, connect the fuel line to the new one, and I should be set?

also, since I'm dealing with gasoline, any tips to make this fix safer?

EDIT:

Took the fuel bowl cover off, took a look inside, everything seems to be in proper order. Screwed it back on, the leak is gone. what is this i don't even 8)
 
You didn’t say what year your car is. If your car is a 1966 200 that might be the correct one. ?

If your car is a 1965 200 that isn’t the one that goes on a 65.
Look at this one.

There is a difference in the pump shaft that rides the cam lobe.
This is a 65 fuel pump.

If you remove the old one you will be able to see the shaft.

In a well ventilated area: Using common sense it is a safe process.
Remove all the fittings from the pump and then remove the 2 bolts from the block.
Use a bucket to catch spilt fuel. Remove and dispose fuel. Take rags and clean areas that fuel spilt on.
The area will dry quickly.

Then replace with the new pump..

Note: if it is leaking only around the filter gasket then you only need a new filter and gasket that comes with the new filter. Fold a paper towel down to about 1” and wrap it around the filter where it screws into the pump and secure it with tape or rubber band. Start engine for a second or 2: shut off engine and see if your paper towel is wet.

If dry replace pump, if wet and below is dry replace filter and gasket..
Good luck..

PS: if you really want a safe condition, then a Halon fire extinguisher is a good tool to always have around.. :?
 
RyanCorpse":g7ma0hya said:
Thinkin of buying this http://www.mustangsplus.com/xcart/1966-67-6-Cylinder-Mechanical-Fuel-Pump.html.

I take it all I need is to disconnect the fuel line from my old one, remove the 2 bolts holding it on the engine, install the new one, connect the fuel line to the new one, and I should be set?

also, since I'm dealing with gasoline, any tips to make this fix safer?

EDIT:

Took the fuel bowl cover off, took a look inside, everything seems to be in proper order. Screwed it back on, the leak is gone. what is this i don't even 8)

Life should be so easy hu... :mrgreen:
 
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