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QUESTION: hi Kevin, i was wondering if there was a trick or something to insalling the vacume fuel pump, i worked for 3 hours and could not get the pump to line up correctly. ( i think its the right fuel pump, its ecactly the same as the old on except the top portion was made in canadea and the botom half in the U.S. the original was all made in the U.S. any pointers would be helpful at this point,
thanks , Pete
ANSWER: Please tell me what engine you are working on.
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QUESTION: it is a 390 4 speed , its the original motor for the car ( 1968 amx )
Being that the fuel pump on this engine is driven by a large eccentric on the front of the camshaft, you might try rotating the engine 90-180 degrees by hand to reposition it on the low side of the eccentric. Do this with the pump removed from the opening in the engine. Often, you can use a socket and rotate the crankshaft bolt.
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Kevin Pilotte
Expertise
I can answer many technical questions relating to AMC vehicles prior to 1979. I also have experience with Rambler & Nash vehicles.
Experience
I am a former AMC technician, service writer and service manager. I have worked in AMC dealers in Illinois in the 70's. After college, I was a Field Service Rep for American Motors Sales Corporation, working out of the Chicago Zone office. I traveled to AMC dealers assisting in the diagnosis and repair of AMC vehicles. I was also the Area Training Manager for DeLorean Motor Company. I have 10+ years as an Automotive Instructor. I have modified and restored
numerous AMC vehicles. I have been working on AMC vehicles for over 30 years.
Organizations
I have been an ASE Certified Master Technician since 1975. This includes L1. I am also currently a Toyota Certified Master Diagnostic Technician.
Publications
I have articles in "American Motoring", the official publication of the American Motors Owners Association. They are the largest AMC club in the world.
Education/Credentials
I have a certificate I printed out from a website.
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