Fuel pump V8

Hi Ron
thanks a bit expensive!,
i have put it out I’m in need of a second hand one but no response as yet
thanks anyway regards paul
 
Paulj65 said:
a bit expensive!
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Indeed! Blimey! I remember fitting a rebuild kit at the roadside to a knackered mechanical pump on my mate's H-reg 3500. Very many moons ago! My first bit of wrenching that wasn't on a bicycle. I managed it in about a hour without too much trouble. Satisfying when you're on your way again.
 
Is that the right lever for the rover? I think it should be noticably shorter from memory. They are common on GM vehicles with the changes normally limited to the valve sizes and the outer lever/cam follower. A new GM /AC Delco pump will be much much cheaper. You can fit a diaphram and valve kit without removing pump if engine is out (you do need some space) and they are quite cheap at normal auto parts stores.
 
mikecoombs said:
Is that the right lever for the rover? I think it should be noticably shorter from memory. They are common on GM vehicles with the changes normally limited to the valve sizes and the outer lever/cam follower. A new GM /AC Delco pump will be much much cheaper. You can fit a diaphram and valve kit without removing pump if engine is out (you do need some space) and they are quite cheap at normal auto parts stores.
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Hi Mike,

That is the right lever for the Rover. It is advertised as being for a Range Rover Classic; I purchased a NOS pump a few years ago with the same advertising but from a different seller. NOS AC Delco pumps for the Rover V8 are extremely hard to find, hence the high price.

The pump below is for a Buick 215 (from which the Rover V8 was derived). The lever appears to be different, no doubt due to a different eccentric drive, but then again, it may have the same reach and contact points but with a different profile.
Mechanical Fuel Pump FOR Buick 198 225 V6 215 300 V8 Jeep 1961-1965 Airtex 40001 | eBay

Ron
 
Hi
thanks for the input, I’m not sure if it helps is the Buick one a definite fit as regards operation and pressure ?
if not I’m still looking for a used rover one, I’m happy to rebuild one
thanks Paul
 
note for rebuilding; The lever pivot pin is a loose fit in the housing but has a tiny welsh plug pressed in each end to keep the oil in and the pin in place. Make sure your kit has them...missing plugs equals oil leak....also when tightening the diaphram screws you need to lever the diaphram to the halfway point ish of the pump movement ie level with the mating surface...This is to make sure the diaphram stretches equally in both directions when operating.

Most of the American engines are bigger than the rover so they should be fine.
I might have a decent one you can have if no one local arrives but it'll be after new year when traffic settles down...
M
 
Re the little welsh plugs - not only does the pump leak if they are missing , but in my case the pivot pin worked loose and the pump completely failed to operate...leading to a mishap on a flatbed (not properly restrained) and months to get fixed. Do not like those pumps at all. Re-engaging the diaphragm with the operating rod is a REAL PITA!
 
Good Lord, that is pricey. I have bought some parts from Gordon over the years including a 2000 NOS glass bowl pump for Bruiser which was three figures too, but started with a one. He has very longtime experience of NOS Rover parts though so l imagine he's well aware of market prices for particular items. That's for a concours rebuild l think & I'd be going for a pump kit too.
 
Hi
i wasn’t tempted , and it appears no go on a second hand one , unfortunately it seems even second hand ones are as rare as hens teeth
ill keep looking
regards paul
 
Hi well I’ve now had some time to decide where I’m going with this.
I’m sticking to the electric pump and fitting a filter king regulator some new floats for the carbs, using a qgauge to set the pressure,and an inertia switch as a safety.
keeping the set up with no return to the petrol tank as my car is completely missing one.
any views input would be appreciated
thanks Paul
 
Paulj65 said:
Hi well I’ve now had some time to decide where I’m going with this.
I’m sticking to the electric pump and fitting a filter king regulator some new floats for the carbs, using a qgauge to set the pressure,and an inertia switch as a safety.
keeping the set up with no return to the petrol tank as my car is completely missing one.
any views input would be appreciated
thanks Paul
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I got a electric fuel pump kit from Wadhams about 4 years years ago , easy enough to fit and works perfectly.
 
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