Preferred Fuel Sending Unit Brands

[1987 GMC Jimmy]

I tried asking this a few days ago. It got overlooked so I'll try again. The one that I likely need to replace is the 1985 and earlier style two line fuel tank sending unit. I've heard to stay away from Spectras and I found a Dorman online for a good price. Also, is it possible to repair these granted they're the stock sender? Hell, for all I know this is a failing replacement sender. It's just reading like a quarter full with a practically empty tank. Unfortunately, GM no longer makes these for carbureted vehicles.

 

[bucket]

I've never bought a new one for our trucks, but I've bought the Spectra branded units for other cars and trucks, they have always worked fine for me.

 

[foamypirate]

I've heard through the grapevine that Spectra was the OEM supplier for GM fuel tanks/sending units. Not sure if that's true, but I've had no issues with them in either of my trucks (84' and now my LS swapped 88' crew).

 

[1973c10]

I have a Dorman in my truck right now
and have had no problems

 

[CSFJ]

I put a Delphi in my '88 about a year ago. No complaints.

 

[1987 GMC Jimmy]

Thanks, guys.

 

[Jrgunn5150]

I put a Spectra in my 95, it worked fine. I used a Ac/Delco pump with it.

 

[1987 GMC Jimmy]

Well, I ordered a Spectra sender and I bought a Delphi pump. Thanks, everyone.