Mechanical Fuel Pump - Studebaker Champion

Next week, we're doubling up on fuel pumps. We'll leave the electric pump in place as a "starter" and then switch to the mechanical pump once the car is running. Here are a few pics of the new mechanical fuel pump, fuel line, and heat shield (to ward off vapor lock).

Deja Vu All Over Again

Another week, another fuel pump or line issue.

"Doc" must have sediment in the tank or line, because getting fuel to the engine has become a temperamental exercise for the Studebaker.

Last night, we bonked a few blocks from home and had to push it home. This was a repeat of the first fuel pump issue, only a longer a trek.

My hypotheses are:

- Burnt out fuel pump #4
- Sediment or dirty cotton in the tank
- Blocked fuel line
- Wonky carburator

So, it's back to the shop, which means that I'll miss the California Automobile Museum Car Cruise and some beautiful weekend driving.

Until next drive.

New Fuel Pump - Studebaker

I've had better mornings. Hopefully Doc will be back on the road with a new fuel pump shortly.

Electric Fuel Pump - Exterior Mount - Inline

Doc's electric fuel pump is toast. I'm a father of two with a limited amount of free time to drive my Studebaker, so the dead fuel pump was a real disappointment last weekend. Doc will return tomorrow with a new exterior-mounted inline fuel pump - ready for a weekend cruise.

I can’t say if a hydraulic fuel pump outperforms an electric version, but I do know that NOS Studebaker hydraulic fuel pumps are available for around $80. A new electric fuel pump from NAPA auto parts cost either $63 or $163; there are two models.

Until the next drive.™