On Tue, 15 Dec 1998 HKUSP40578@aol.com wrote:
> In a message dated 98-12-15 11:17:59 EST, you write:
>
> << Did they tell you how much this would cost
> if it wasn't under warranty?? Just wondering if I should start saving now!
> >>
>
> My 93 Dakota went through 3 fuel pumps and sending units while under
> warranty....this last time it went out was at 75,000 miles so I had to do
> replace it myself.....I want to say that the dealer entire module, which
> included the pump and sending unit was $185......NAPA carried them also for
> $145, plus it was a different design, still a Carter pump, just different
> design. I didnt want to try the dealer's pump again and have to take it out in
> 15,000 miles like the others had done. The NAPA one have now been in for
> 20,000 miles with no problem. It was an interesting journey dropping the gas
> tank and all that went with it.....took me and a friend about 5 hours
> total.....but I think I save ALOT of $$$$ rather than having the dealer techs
> do it...
> Kyle
>
Has anyone here ever lifted the bed instead of dropping the tank?
I've heard that it makes the job much easier, but fortunately, I haven't
had the opportunity to find out yet. :-)
-Jon-
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