Replacing the fuel pump in a small-block Chevy engine

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 Once the fuel pump mounting bolts are started, tighten them evenly (one side then the other) until the pump meets the spacer.
-DO NOT forget to remove the longer bolt holding the push rod. Replace the original bolt into the same hole, with a little sealer on the threads.
+DO NOT forget to remove the longer bolt holding the push rod. Replace the original bolt into the same hole, with a little sealer on the threads. IF THE SMALLER 3/8" X 3/4" BOLT IS NOT PUT BACK INTO THE ENGINE BLOCK. AS THE FUEL PUMP PUSH ROD TRAVELS UP AND DOWN TO ACTIVE THE FUEL PUMP. THE ENGINE OIL PUMP WILL VERY QUICKLY PUMP OUT ALL OF THE ENGINE OIL. IF NOT CAUGHT BEFORE THE OIL IS DEPLETED, YOU CAN SAY GOODBYE TO YOUR ROD AND MAIN BEARINGS. AND THE ENGINE WILL NEED TO BE OVERHAULED. ESPECIALLY IF DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS.
 Reattach the fuel lines- do not use teflon tape.
 [[Category:Engine]]

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