Hi,

I checked out the rebuild you did and was still wondering

Another question: The slotted rod that connects to the diaphram.There are 2 arms inside the pump that go thru the diaphram slot. On my pump these arms float around in the housing and don't appear to be connected to the main rod that goes inside the engine. Does this sound right to you

The unit you rebuilt has a push rod attached to the diaphram and mine has a slot. Anyone have any ideas ?
Wondering if something has broken off. The pump appears brand new and nope I still haven't found the filter.

Thanks
OTG

I am having a problem with a '50 double action fuel pump.
It isn't delivering much gas. I thought I read that there is a filter in the pump. Is this correct ? If so can you tell me where it is ?

Another question: The slotted rod that connects to the diaphram.There are 2 arms inside the pump that go thru the diaphram slot. On my pump these arms float around in the housing and don't appear to be connected to the main rod that goes inside the engine. Does this sound right to you ?

Do you know of anyone else besides Kanter that would rebuild the pump ? I already contacted them and they are a little pricey.

Thanks
OTGDY

Wow I am impressed would never have thought it was vacuume operated. Thanks for the info !!
Now all I need to find out is how to put power steering in this boat. Thanks again ...

otgdy

Utah,
If your gas tank is in pretty good shape, I would just clean it. There are some chemicals specifically made to do this. Add some gravel and chemical to the tank and slosh it around. Works pretty well. It is a bit of a PIA getting the gravel out. Don't seal the interior of the tank. The "new" gas has ethenol and it will strip the sealer off and deposit it in your carb. (my other post).
I'll check around and see if I can get the name of the stuff I used.

OTGDY

I think so. Just to clarify...
When you hit the accelerator pedal the linkage rotates and the fork lifts which in turn lifts the metering rods. When you release the accelerator pedal the fork lowers until it hits the two buttons. What I am wondering is when the fork lowers does it force the metering rods back down or does gravity do that? or are they spring loaded. If gravity does it then the metering rods on my carb are stuck in the full open position. If the middle fork is connected to the rods then the spring/connector isn't connected. If they are spring loaded I have more problems than I thought. ;)

Thanks!!!
otgdy

Thanks for the pictures !! Mine is definitely put together wrong. Does the spring between the metering rods connect to the actuating arm (CENTER prong on fork) ? If you pull up on the metering rods does the heavy arm move with it or do the metering rods just slide back down on their own ? Thanks again the pics are AWESOME !!

The arm I mentioned earlier is the fork like arm.

OTGDY

Hi, I am having a problem with my Carter carb on a '50 Packard. does anyone have a pic of the metering rod area on the 2bbl carb ? It is under a cover near the fuel inlet.
There is a pivot arm that I believe should work the metering rods but on my carb it doesn't. Not sure if something is missing or just setup wrong.

Anyone know where I can get a fuel filter.. clear bowl and element for this vehicle ? I believe they are made by carter but haven't found any in good shape.

Thanks
otgdy

Yes the pump puts out a pretty healthy splurt. Will check the screen and if the float is stuck. Thanks for the feedback appreciate it.

otg

Hi, I am currently having the same problem with my '50. I too can keep it running as long as I keep the flow of ether/gas to the carb. I am getting fuel from both jets, however when I removed the filter from the carb and cranked the engine, the fuel came in surges. Is this normal for a dual action pump ?
Is there a filter in the fuel pump that may be restricting flow ? This engine does not have a filter except for the inline that I put in the line under the vehicle.
(bypassed an electric pump that I don't think works anymore).
Rebuilt the carb earlier to upgrade the seals etc. Possible it is a low float level
but the flow seems suspect. Can anyone help ?

Thanks
OTG