GON
$100 Site Donor 2024
Early last summer while filling up my 2002 F350 V10 the fuel gauged failed, always showing empty. At the same time the miles to empty always showing full on the computer. Did the typical diagnostics tests and was able to get the fuel gauge to move to full and then empty if battery was disconnected and then connected, so fairly confident it is the sensor at the fuel pump. The fuel gauge was always slow to work ever since I purchased the truck, so no big surprise it finally became inoperable.
I only buy OEM fuel pumps, which is a shame as RockAuto has a aftermarket pump on clearance for $35. Paid $250 for the Ford OEM pump, everyone else was $300+. I likely won't replace the pump till next summer. Issues was RockAuto only had one in stock. I assume this pump is somewhat common, and with everyone keeping their trucks, I speculated there will be a regular need for this pump.
I was concerned that when I needed the pump, one would not be easily available and/or I would need to purchase from a Dealer at a full retail price. So bit the bullitt and bout the last one RockAuto had in stock. It will sit for six plus months, but feel good having it than taking a risk in today's "shortage" marketplace.
I only buy OEM fuel pumps, which is a shame as RockAuto has a aftermarket pump on clearance for $35. Paid $250 for the Ford OEM pump, everyone else was $300+. I likely won't replace the pump till next summer. Issues was RockAuto only had one in stock. I assume this pump is somewhat common, and with everyone keeping their trucks, I speculated there will be a regular need for this pump.
I was concerned that when I needed the pump, one would not be easily available and/or I would need to purchase from a Dealer at a full retail price. So bit the bullitt and bout the last one RockAuto had in stock. It will sit for six plus months, but feel good having it than taking a risk in today's "shortage" marketplace.