Yes, several years ago I bought the cheapest fuel pump I could find for my Silverado. Worked great for 13 months. The warranty was for 1 year on the part. I had to buy another pump, but this time I bought AC/ Delco pump, which cost 3 times more, but no more problems 5 years later.
the best fuel pump for a gm truck is made by Walbro, they last forever, Summit racing has them, ac delco is like rolling the dice, it is not an original gm pump anything could be in that box
@@jimsix9929ACDelco is original buddy. Acdelco and genuine GM are the SAME thing. I'm a GM guy. Owned many GM trucks and cars. Delco/Delphi pumps are the ones that actually last. Everything else is complete junk.
Alex, thank you. Im a 13 year old really into cars and pretty much how they work, and as soon as i turn 16, i plan to start working as a mechanic and you teaching how the stuff works is super helpful.
That Kia Soul I was telling you about had a bad water pump. The dealer that my friend got it from changed the timing belt and water pump for preventative maintenance. The key to maintenance is to use good parts, or you are just installing a time bomb. The one I took out was one year old and so cheap, I couldn't even figure out where it came from and it looked slightly different than all the after market ones. It took an hour just to scrape off the RTV silicon they put on the cheap A** paper gasket they used. I got a OEM (metal infused with rubber) gasket and a OEM pump, and all good now. Lucky it passed the block test 👊 Good vid and lesson 👊
Here's a good fuel pump story that I dealt with... had a bad fuel pump in a 2007 Charger. Replaced the fuel pump and no go. troubleshooting for quite awhile, got voltage and ground everything is good to the pump. I started pulling the new pump found that the fuel pump that failed was a replacement and the replacement pump wiring was reverse so when the replacement was installed they cut the harness and switched the sending wire and the ground wires. Now we got a fuel pump that had the wiring correct so I had to redo the wiring harness back to the original way it was. Crazy but we got 'er figured out and running like a champ.
I would say that probably 98% of the time it’s going to be that pump/sending unit, but it’s always good to do proper diagnostic to make sure and go get that lock ring tool it will make it a lot easier to get that lock ring off hopefully it’s a good one that allows you to get in there with out removing the tank.
Child in back seat “mommy what’s that smell back here? Mommy “just 87 octane baby boy” Dude I think u broke corner ear of that metal ring seal hammering it to close 🔨😂
Yeah when it comes to electric parts, I go with the OEM especially if it's made in Japan. Did she run the gas tank empty a log? Usually, if people keep more gas in the tank, the fuel modules last longer. (The gasoline lubricates and keeps the fuel modules from oxidizing).
Hmmmm didn’t we talked about my fuel pump on my truck lmao, i have to say thanks Alex for the troubleshooting. Managed to get a good pump and installed it. Epic experience for the win!!!!
You might have to get a mini tool kit with a flat head, a phillips, and stuff and carry it on your side belt like a cowboy. But then that flathead screwdriver might be in your side when your crawling around fixing something. There has to be a solution. haha
Yup, i never got that lock ring tool either. Even when i worked for GM and had access to it...i never used it. Id smear some wheel bearing grease on the little upward bumps to help them lock in place. Then theres another trick ill have to show on video someday (i might have it on video already, ill have to look for it), but yup, no special lock ring tool. Good job Alex!
Great job. I would think there would be a few drops of fuel in tank even after car died. Did you check for any holes in tank? Also would have check power supply to pump before anything else.
I have a Nissan 15 when u fill up it say it goes 400 on a full tank it only goes 300 maybe 320 if u drive normal I always keep the gas full .i notice the gas gage is not accurate
You can basically by every piece of the fuel pump assembly and build it but it but I’d only do that if it’s cheaper and your using quality parts and it saves a significant amount of money and it’s done perfectly otherwise I agree with the docs statement replacing fuel pump assembly is the way to go
I bought an import direct ( Oreily) for my 8th gen civic and I noticed that my fuel gauge never read accurate, now I had the car long enough so I knew when to fill up based on the mileage. I dont know if something needed recal or what
Anytime a job is labor intensive or the part could cost you an engine (timing belt hydraulic tensioner or belt) you're best off using good quality OEM Part's or top self aftermarket like Aisin.
Yeah that's a dead pump.I did my fuel pump in a ford econoline van about 4 or 5 weeks ago.i did it by myself and it was kinda a pain in the azz.The fuel tank was like the size of a coffin and of course the tank was pretty full also
Alex,...look into a harbor freight electric fuel transfer pump. Youll love it, about $12 , push a button and transfer fuel from a container in seconds.
I have a funny story for you Alex, I did job almost the same a year or so ago, replaced the pump, car came in showing over a half tank but was empty, I put 4 gallons in it, this girls dad picked it up running fine, next day she called and accused me of stealing her gas, another reason I no longer take new customers
Just like you said Alex, everybody take note when you’re putting gas at the gas station. Make sure you’re putting gas not diesel I mean I know most of the gas station have the nozzle that fits in your gas and then the green diesel one is a lot bigger and it won’t fit, but some people don’t pay attention, and they just start pumping diesel. I had that happen to this lady I was at the gas pump pumping gas, and the lady was trying to find a spot to see one next to me. Pulled up, backed up, got out like she was in a hurry and I was pumping on one side and the other side of where I was at was a diesel and she grabbed and I grabbed another nozzle and when I turned around, I noticed nozzles car and I looked over and I seen that she started trying to pump diesel and that she pump diesel and I told her stop and she ready head pump may be a gallon of diesel in your tank . I told her not to crank the car up in Cindo bringing it to me and I had dropped the tank down and I cleaned it out took all diesel out and put it back up and got her back on the road and I didn’t charge it a dime. Yeah she’s a wonderful lady, she was just trying to get to her kids that were in a wreck and wasn’t paying attention. I wish she was doing she is just trying to get her kids which is understandable but I’m glad her kids are OK and her car is OK 😮🙏
That Delphi assembly FG-1549 is under $400 on Rock Auto. Just fyi. I know people don’t have time to wait etc. 😂Time is money. Imagine trying to warranty something on that site.
I tell all my customers, especially their kids if your riding around on 1/4 tank or less you are on empty. 💯💯💯they always laugh so I ask them if they have a spare $400 to $900 laying around to hand over to me ?? The laughing stops and they realize that I’m not playing .not to mention when they drop off their vehicles for service with not a drop a gas in it . I call them and tell them to come get it
@@u.s.lawyer8542 not my job to put gas in your vehicle 💯 that would be your job . However I do have a special gas can for pita customers like you . $20 in gas = $40 . Very simple. If you don’t value my time then you can pay double or come get your vehicle. If you actually think that it’s ok to drop it off with no gas in it and play dumb when we ask where your wheel lock key is and leave expired paperwork and or no paperwork then you are 💯💯💯💯 that customer that we don’t want to do business with . Oh and I’m booked a month and a half out so 1 or 2 people that don’t have common sense are not the end of the world .. plenty of other mechanics that will deal with that 💩
I love the video cut scene with your wife telling us that you will be getting the tool 😂😂😂😂😂😂. Idk what I like about your videos more, the excellent job and explaining you do or the great dynamic that you 2 have together. You're truly blessed brother. Keep up the good work and I'll keep spending my work days watching and listening to random videos of yours lol.
If your car needs a fuel pump the only place you buy it from is directly from the dealer oem is the only way to go . Never buy parts online factory parts are always better they are cheaper in the long run . Stick with the dealer always
have you actually checked into who builds that part as fare as a stuff goes Walmart oil is as good as any other oil there generic oil filter are just as good as teh expensive ones but if there sourcing that part from a good manufacture that's all that matters because Walmart isnt making parts them self's there paying companies to do it for them
There is no Walmart brand fuel pump , I bought a ac Delco pump at ac cheaper than the dealer , so if you want to buy quality they sell it to you , if you want to buy crap they will also sell it to you.
Fair warning…. Expensive does not mean good quality… please do research…. I don’t allow customers to use their own parts because I can’t warranty the work.
You can find good deals out there. Just make sure you are getting the right brand and the right part number. If you get them online, send it back right away if it is not the brand you paid for. A lot of online sellers will straight up lie about what manufacturer made the part. They will go as far as boxing a cheap part in a OEM box, so check it ✌
