1969 Barracuda Fastback
Fuel sending unit:
Finally, I got something done, which I kept postponing due to safety concerns - installed the fuel sending unit. Even though I worked very cautiously, had the fuel tank drained as best as I could, tank checked with an endoscope, 2 fire extinguishers close by, it was still very scary and stupid to work under the car. Definitely, the last time that I do such a job at home risking health, house and car - just too dangerous and absolutely not worth it. Thank God nothing happened.
If there is again an issue with the sending unit or tank, I will bring it to a shop, empty the tank there, flush it with water, and get the whole tank replaced - no compromises anymore. My initial plan was to do this job at Kammer&Kammer when we installed the engine but due to limited time, we didn't:BangHead:.
Reason for replacing the fuel sending unit and all fuel lines was, the car came with a 3/8" big block set up and electric fuel pump. Also, the whole system didn't look really good anymore, so for safety reasons, it was absolutely mandatory to replace everything.
Aftermarket replacement fuel sending units are known for false readings, so I tried to find an original unit in good condition. Thanks to member Barracudakid I got a really nice 5/16" unit in decent condition. After soaking the unit for two hours in simple green and cleaning the contacts with a fiberglass pen it turned out really nice. From Bill Rolik Enterprises - N.O.S., Reproduction, and Replacement Chrysler Parts I purchased an OE type filter, ground strap, and rubber seal. The brass float had a dent but did not leak air. Still, when I changed the units I decided to use the brass float from the 3/8" unit. There was no way to fit the ground strap to the pre-bend fuel line, so I ended up connecting them with a wire and an additional ground wire to the body.
Curious if it will work in a satisfying way - the ohm reading looks ok.
Finally, I got something done, which I kept postponing due to safety concerns - installed the fuel sending unit. Even though I worked very cautiously, had the fuel tank drained as best as I could, tank checked with an endoscope, 2 fire extinguishers close by, it was still very scary and stupid to work under the car. Definitely, the last time that I do such a job at home risking health, house and car - just too dangerous and absolutely not worth it. Thank God nothing happened.
If there is again an issue with the sending unit or tank, I will bring it to a shop, empty the tank there, flush it with water, and get the whole tank replaced - no compromises anymore. My initial plan was to do this job at Kammer&Kammer when we installed the engine but due to limited time, we didn't:BangHead:.
Reason for replacing the fuel sending unit and all fuel lines was, the car came with a 3/8" big block set up and electric fuel pump. Also, the whole system didn't look really good anymore, so for safety reasons, it was absolutely mandatory to replace everything.
Aftermarket replacement fuel sending units are known for false readings, so I tried to find an original unit in good condition. Thanks to member Barracudakid I got a really nice 5/16" unit in decent condition. After soaking the unit for two hours in simple green and cleaning the contacts with a fiberglass pen it turned out really nice. From Bill Rolik Enterprises - N.O.S., Reproduction, and Replacement Chrysler Parts I purchased an OE type filter, ground strap, and rubber seal. The brass float had a dent but did not leak air. Still, when I changed the units I decided to use the brass float from the 3/8" unit. There was no way to fit the ground strap to the pre-bend fuel line, so I ended up connecting them with a wire and an additional ground wire to the body.
Curious if it will work in a satisfying way - the ohm reading looks ok.
