noisey fuel pump

[blue 464]

Hi all, over the last few weeks the fuel pump has become so noisey i can hear it above the radio at speeds upto 50MPH, after that the wind noise is too much to hear anything,
so,is this a sign the pump is knackered? it still pumps ok. if so any recommendations as to its replacement,electronic or conventional? any particular make or supplier?

all recommendations appreciated

thanks derek

[Bob Heritage]

Assume it is a SU pump and not a Facet pump. If it is SU and pumps well then check all joints to make sure it is not sucking air anywhere. If you change it, go electronic.

[blue 464]

Bob, yes it is an SU, i will check the joints as you suggest and see if it improves
thanks

[martin]

Assume it is a SU pump and not a Facet pump. If it is SU and pumps well then check all joints to make sure it is not sucking air anywhere. If you change it, go electronic.

Here Here ! Could the mounting cotton reels have bust and allowed the body to touch the bodywork ?

[Stagster]

Got mine from 'LD Part' and have been very pleased with it.!

Jer

[404ROD]

It depends what you mean by electronic. The alternative to electronic is mechanical, a pump driven by the engine, which is not the case with the Stag. So is not the Stag fuel pump electronic? I think most pumps sold now do not have the points, which was a common cause of problems in the early days.

Rod

[martin]

It depends what you mean by electronic. The alternative to electronic is mechanical, a pump driven by the engine, which is not the case with the Stag. So is not the Stag fuel pump electronic? I think most pumps sold now do not have the points, which was a common cause of problems in the early days.

Rod

That's a bit pedantic Rod, the choice is between electro-mechanical and electronic, points / no points. Martin.

[blue 464]

Thanks all, 1 stud was broken but i removed the pump and held it in my hand whilst someone switched on the ignition,it was almost as noisey in my hand, i have stripped the pump and the diaphragm looks well past its best, so i will go with a new pump, my first thought was Ld but he is out of stock, so will speak to wards about their QH pump, any alternative suggestions?

derek

[Bob Heritage]

The pressure is the main thing to watch out for you need 2 1/2 to 3lbs pressure or fit a pressure regulator in the system. MGB or some Jag pumps fit-might be worth a Google or search E.bay.