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Bob Mathis
09-27-2015, 03:34 PM
When maybe should I look to replace my fuel pump? Car has 22,500 on it. I was just going to get a complete stock unit. But I do have S/C on the car. Never have had an issue.
martyo
09-27-2015, 03:49 PM
It is not typically the sort of "consumable" item that is changed like oil.

Only if it gets noisy or shows other signs of failing, then you might want to replace it.
J-MAN
09-27-2015, 03:50 PM
Not a lot of miles. Save the $ and take the wife out to dinner. :twocents:
Bob Mathis
09-27-2015, 03:54 PM
Oh I was not going to change it. I have no issues right now. Just wanted to get an idea. I do believe if it ant broke don't fix it.

I all so wanted to see if I needed to due anything before I bring it to you Marty.
martyo
09-27-2015, 03:57 PM
Oh I was not going to change it. I have no issues right now. Just wanted to get an idea. I do believe if it ant broke don't fix it.

I all so wanted to see if I needed to due anything before I bring it to you Marty.

Catalog it and check the fuel pump duty cycle. See if the pump is maxed out before you come for a retune.
DWSTANG67
09-27-2015, 04:59 PM
Mine just broke on the way home from Vegas around 104,000 on a stock pump if this is any gauge of when they fail.
Zack
09-27-2015, 07:00 PM
After this long, with seldom usage...id change it
fastblackmerc
09-28-2015, 04:43 AM
I replace mine every 2 or 3 years. 10 minutes and a few bucks is cheap insurance.

Might want to install a larger filter. Use a Motorcraft – FG800A. Remove the old filter, install the new larger one, bend the existing bracket to fit and use a large worm clamp to secure the new filter to the bracket. If you need new fuel filter clips, get NAPA - FILNCK11, 10 clips.
BLACKMARAUDER04
09-28-2015, 04:44 PM
186,000 + Miles and no problems.
Merc-O-matic
09-29-2015, 06:54 PM
After this long, with seldom usage...id change it

Ditto! Change it.....mine failed at 15K after sitting in the garage for 3 years.

Gotta Love It!:bandit:
Marauderjack
09-30-2015, 02:38 AM
Lack of use will kill 'em quicker than using them daily........mine lasted 173 K miles when the motor blew thanks to bad gas!!:argue:

Put a new one in with the rebuilt motor but the old one still works fine!!:beer:

They can fail right out of the box......do what you feel comfortable with!!;)