Replacing the fuel pump in a small-block Chevy engine
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The camshaft has a cam on it that causes the push rod to move in and out- it is what makes the pump, "pump". This cam needs to be positioned in such a way that the rod is furthest back, away from the pump. While this isn't absolutely necessary (I'd try it first with out rotating the engine), it can make installing the pump a little easier. | The camshaft has a cam on it that causes the push rod to move in and out- it is what makes the pump, "pump". This cam needs to be positioned in such a way that the rod is furthest back, away from the pump. While this isn't absolutely necessary (I'd try it first with out rotating the engine), it can make installing the pump a little easier. | ||
| − | So, with the longer bolt in the upper hole, carefully tighten the bolt until it contacts and holds the push rod from sliding back out against the spacer plate. | + | So, with the longer bolt in the upper hole, carefully tighten the bolt until it contacts and holds the push rod from sliding back out against the spacer plate, remember just finger tigth or you'll bend and or nick the push rod. |
Remove the fuel lines, plug them to prevent dirt from entering. | Remove the fuel lines, plug them to prevent dirt from entering. | ||
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