I have a 1979 Pearson 32 with an Atomic 4. I know enough about engines to both fix them and break them while I'm fixing them.
My engine has been having some trouble this summer. Starting, running for a few minutes and then dying. The last time it died it's stayed dead. I've replaced the spark plugs and the fuel filter. But it still didn't work.
Pouring gas in the carburetor works, the engine starts...and then dies. So, I suspect it's not getting any fuel.
Not knowing much about fuel systems, I found a doohickey on the top of my gas tank that was very hot to the touch. It was very stubborn, but I managed to get it off thinking it might be a faulty fuel pump...it was not. It turned out to be an automatic shutoff valve (Trol?). I'm not sure what this is for, but I hope I haven't damaged the gas tank beyond repair. The tube that sucks gas from the tank may have dropped into the tank... problem.
After that debacle, I put my finger over the end of the gas line and turned on the starter. I did not feel any suction. Does this mean my fuel pump is broken? I want to make sure before I buy a new one.
I now know what the fuel pump looks like because there is a photo on this site. It's an engine-mounted electric pump (Product No. FPMP_10_52). Mine looks the same (but it's painted to match the engine).
So...my questions are:
1. How do I verify my pump needs replacing?
2. What is an automatic shutoff and do I need one?
3. Can I replace the intake tube on my tank leaving the old one loose in the tank?
Thank you, in advance, for your help!
My engine has been having some trouble this summer. Starting, running for a few minutes and then dying. The last time it died it's stayed dead. I've replaced the spark plugs and the fuel filter. But it still didn't work.
Pouring gas in the carburetor works, the engine starts...and then dies. So, I suspect it's not getting any fuel.
Not knowing much about fuel systems, I found a doohickey on the top of my gas tank that was very hot to the touch. It was very stubborn, but I managed to get it off thinking it might be a faulty fuel pump...it was not. It turned out to be an automatic shutoff valve (Trol?). I'm not sure what this is for, but I hope I haven't damaged the gas tank beyond repair. The tube that sucks gas from the tank may have dropped into the tank... problem.
After that debacle, I put my finger over the end of the gas line and turned on the starter. I did not feel any suction. Does this mean my fuel pump is broken? I want to make sure before I buy a new one.
I now know what the fuel pump looks like because there is a photo on this site. It's an engine-mounted electric pump (Product No. FPMP_10_52). Mine looks the same (but it's painted to match the engine).
So...my questions are:
1. How do I verify my pump needs replacing?
2. What is an automatic shutoff and do I need one?
3. Can I replace the intake tube on my tank leaving the old one loose in the tank?
Thank you, in advance, for your help!
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