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Re: Fuel Pump is leaking fuel

Subject: Re: Fuel Pump is leaking fuel
by ddgonzal on 2017/5/23 7:06:57

Yes, I've had leaks before. Two different causes:

* If fuel is leaking around the top cover, it's just a packing (gasket) issue. Tightening the screws usually fixes it

* If fuel runs out near the pivot pin, or leaks near the packing with the engine block, the diaphragm that pumps the fuel has a small leak in it, letting fuel to the back side. Putting a new packing in just redirects the leak, now it's leaking into the engine oil pan ...

Which brass piece are you asking about?
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