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    Need a inline fuel pump for Carbed 350, what brand/ part?

    Thanks, I’ll add that filter. Ordered a 3 line Delphi, Part # DFP-MF0002. $20
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    Need a inline fuel pump for Carbed 350, what brand/ part?

    Thanks! I forgot there was that plate there. I’ll see how worn that cam is. Ordered a Delphi 3 line pump from Summit. Part # DFP-MF 0002. 20 bucks
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    Need a inline fuel pump for Carbed 350, what brand/ part?

    Do you know about that bolt in the block that’s 1” long? If you take it out you can put one of the pump bolts in that hole and finger tighten it to the pushrod. I tried the pushrod but it wasnt stiff enough. Maybe because the oil is so thick at 0 degrees.
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    Need a inline fuel pump for Carbed 350, what brand/ part?

    Thanks for the great tips. I have installed it three times now. First one I took off and exchanged for one with a return port. That one had the ports pointing towards the chassis rail making it impossible to connect the hoses, (3/8” not so flexible). So took it off, and turned them about 30...
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    Need a inline fuel pump for Carbed 350, what brand/ part?

    Thanks Napa has one that’s 4-7
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    Need a inline fuel pump for Carbed 350, what brand/ part?

    Just opened the picture. Thanks again but I’m looking for an electric. Altho I’d consider trying to install my mechanical one more time if it could be done easier. I’ve done it 3 times but haven’t been able to get the cam on tdc yet. I see the mark on the harmonic balancer but no indicator...
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    Need a inline fuel pump for Carbed 350, what brand/ part?

    Thanks much
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    Need a inline fuel pump for Carbed 350, what brand/ part?

    My mechanical new pump on my 79 with original 350 is not working out. I’ve read several comments on the unreliability of electric pumps so would like to know if there’s a good pump I could use. I’m planning on mounting it after the tank. Inside the rail. Also, it seems to me those pushrods...
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    Can’t decide on single or dual tanks

    This is all great info, very helpful. I do know one guy who put a LS in a 83 and he pretty much agrees it’s not so much for mileage or power but just for the added reliability and to extend the life of a good old simple truck. The 350s are getting old. Some guys just hate to scrap them. I...
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    Can’t decide on single or dual tanks

    Thanks, not quite. I’ve been talking about 4x4 2500. this is the site that I sourced to get the specs for a 02 2500 4x4 with a 6.0 I saw on Craigslist. That was listed at 11 mpg highway.
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    Can’t decide on single or dual tanks

    Thanks for clarifying. No argument, ( not that arguments are bad things) I’ll clarify my comments which agree with yours. I meant that I won’t cause an accident because I don’t drive drunk, for one thing. I could’ve added I won’t be without insurance, either. On the two tanks with transfer...
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    Can’t decide on single or dual tanks

    It seems to me, but I am no expert, that fire is maybe less the risk than an explosion. Fumes in a container with a little gasoline with a spark is more like a bomb than a fire. I should probably google about the risk on the Chevy trucks. Pretty slow Internet here tho. As to liability, yes...
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    Can’t decide on single or dual tanks

    Thanks. I’ve watched a few YouTube vids on it and with that kind of help plus this forum it seems not too difficult. I have a decent machine shop for it. Also considering just buying a early 2000s 2500with a 6.0 and a five speed. But the drivetrains aren’t hard to come by either. I will...
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    Can’t decide on single or dual tanks

    I think the Suburbans also came with a 40 gallon rear tank. I may end up getting one some day. They’re available from LMC etc. Probably what I should have done. Just like having my spare there. Not many good alternatives for spares on a flatbed. It was in front of the engine but that’s a...
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    Can’t decide on single or dual tanks

    Thanks, agree all around. There are pros and cons whichever. I am not so averse to using two. I’d prefer a manual valve but if they’re not available, yes just replace them often enough. But you don’t mention safety. I’ve been rear ended twice and sideswiped once ( parked). One rear...
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    Can’t decide on single or dual tanks

    I know I need overdrive, just don’t know which engine to look for. Or which engine/tranny combo, that is. I need lots of torque. Not that worried about mileage, but it’s preferred. I like to blast throo snow drifts with four chained wheels. And I’m tired of trying to start diesels below...
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    31 gallon tank conversion pictures

    Yes, this tank is way away from the axle. And about 6” above the driveshaft. Thanks for the heads up
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    31 gallon tank conversion pictures

    It’s a wood framed flatbed. Yes I meant to mention that the stock box bed might be too low for this. Like I said in the “ can’t decide” thread, the tube on the tank clears the under side of my bed and goes level, like in the Suburban it came from, up to about 10” I guess from the last north...
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    Can’t decide on single or dual tanks

    No offense taken. It just occurred to me though that when you go to one big tank and a smaller tank, what’s probly gonna happen in real life is you use the big one most all the time except for long trips, and have the other one sitting there empty like a potential bomb. Because it’s the fumes...
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    Can’t decide on single or dual tanks

    Ok well I’m learning about chev is now. So you’re saying I can put a 4.3 in this 79 and get better mileage and 45 more hp? I had no idea.
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    Can’t decide on single or dual tanks

    No, the solenoid would not have to work exactly the same with any two tanks, because you wouldn’t need a solenoid. The fuel shutoff solenoids in diesels fail all the time, but a simple hand operated cable can substitute. I’ve done it in cummins 12 valves. Lots of guys have. I can find a...
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    Can’t decide on single or dual tanks

    You’re forgetting about the solenoid’s electrical features. Maybe not that difficult to install but troubleshooting things in the dark, beyond any sign of civilization, where the nearest AAA is 300 miles away, with the road turning into a snowdrift while its 30 below zero is something I try to...
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    Can’t decide on single or dual tanks

    I did a search and found on two sources that a 2002 Chevy 2500 4x4 with a 6.0 liter LS in it gets 11 mpg highway. About the same as my 79 3/4 ton 4x4 that has no overdrive, 4:10 gears, and 30” tires. So I’m at a total loss as to why I keep seeing reference to “ 40 year old gas sucking”...
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    Can’t decide on single or dual tanks

    The 40 gallon wouldn’t fit where I put my 31. But I’m pretty sure it would fit in the rear using the mounts it had in the burb. That’s much easier than what I did.
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    Can’t decide on single or dual tanks

    I am considering putting the good side tank in. It would really come in handy. I also like the tank to tank pump idea. To keep it simple.

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