Kyle, have you thought about converting the filter & pump to an
outside-the-tank setup?
Kyle Kozubal wrote:
>
> > Do you run your tank close to empty before refilling?
>
> Ron,
> After my truck's first pump assembly was replaced under warranty, the techs
> and service manager told me, if all possible, dont let the tank get below
> the 1/8 full/empty marker on the guage. I really try not to let the gas line
> go below the 1/4 marker on the gauge. I know about gas having cooling and
> lubrication properties for the fuel pump also. So they are not failing due
> to heat or lack of lubrication. I also change the fuel filter every 15,000
> miles and whenever I have the change the fuel pump assembly, I check in the
> 'in tank' strainer or filter and it is really really clean every time. So it
> it not like dirt is clogging up and over working the pump. Besides the pump
> failing every 30,000 miles, the fuel sending unit is the first to go also.
> Thanks for the input though. Carter pumps must just really suck.
> Kyle
> 93 Dakota 4x4 V6
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