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Education and Tools 200

posted by  someone claiming to be macs70GLT on  Sat Jun 30 20:59 CST 2018 [RELATED]

Art,

I replaced the in-tank pump based solely on not hearing the original pump hum when powered (key on but car not running). As for the difference between the IPD high performance pump (or whatever they call it) and the stock pump I can't tell the difference. I'm somewhat relieved that the pump itself wasn't failed - though again I am kicking myself for not replacing the little hose. Interestingly that in-tank pump is not really that difficult to access, I bought the bung not tool years ago with my first Volvo 245 and decided that and the crank holder tool were worth keeping, even after I sold the original car I used them on.

Last weekend I started helping my daughter's boyfriend with his Saab 9 3 that isn't running. Saab seems to be a little less maintenance friendly than Volvo - if his in-tank pump needs replacing you literally get the tin snips (or Dremel tool) to cut back sheet metal to gain access to the top of the pump! Kind of like Audi, "hm - I know, let's mount the thermostat in a plastic housing and attach it to the block!" Guess it keeps people coming back to the dealership...

I like your fuel pressure tool, homemade tools are great! Gets the job done.

I really appreciate your insights on the forum.

Mike






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