fuel pump install problem

[nalu van]

Hey all,

Just pulled off the fuel pump on my '76 b-200 to change a bad pump gasket. Now for some reason I can't get the pump re-seated on the block. What the heck am I missing here? I've replaced these fuel pumps before and they always slip back in without a problem. I know this is probably something stupid/ simple, but any help or suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks.

[B-300]

It's possible your putting the arm of the pump over the eccentric, rather than under were it goes. Also try turning the engine about a turn.. This will turn the eccentric a half turn and will help if the eccentric happens to be up, it will be down and easier to install the pump.

[DANVAN]

Yes, try bumping the engine over with a small tap of the ignition key.

[nalu van]

Thanks guys. That's just what I did. Turning the engine solved the problem.

[Dodgevanman]

Badda-boom, badda-bing! :)