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MG MGB Technical - Rebuilding fuel pump

I took my pump out to strip and clean it and it seems I made it worse. It pumps like mad all the time now and I know its going to end up burning out eventually. Instead of replacing it though, Id prefer to get a rebuild kit and just recondition it. I mean it does work but its obviously past its prime so I need to take care of it with new valves and seals and a new diaphragm sooner rather than later. Is there anywhere that sells a rebuild kit for them?

(Incidentally I replaced the last of my fuel lines as well today. It seems I did have a leak, so we'll see how my fuel consumption is now.)
Ross Kelly

Ross - e-mail me at the above address and I'll try to guide you through rebuilding your pump. Cheers - Dave
David DuBois

Mail sent! Cheers.
Ross Kelly

I ordered a rebuild kit today from burlen fuel systems. A bit pricey at nearly 50 euros but it should have my pump in good order. This time I'll pull the pump out at home and sit down and meticulously clean every part of the body on my workbench. I suppose the carb cleaner I got when I was doing my carbs will do well for this as well. Then I'll replace every part that comes with the rebuild kit whether I think it needs replacing or not. That should have me sorted. Once this is done then this means that every single part of my fuel system, from the tank to the carbs has been replaced or rebuilt. If I still have high fuel consumption then it must be the engine.
Ross Kelly

Ross/David,Can i have a email address for the rebuild kit comp.?I will need to rebuild mine also(1972MGB)Thanks,Rich O
Rich Osterhout

Rich - http://www.burlen.co.uk/
David DuBois

I cancelled my order from burlen cause they were dicking me around, so I had enough and ordered it from Gower and Lee, who will have it in the post for me today. I won't take people messing me about.
Ross Kelly

Ross,email address for "GOWER and LEE",please,Thanks,Rich
Rich Osterhout

sales@gowerandlee.co.uk
Ross Kelly

This thread was discussed between 16/06/2008 and 29/06/2008

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