Dirt Daily. Replacing a Jeep Wrangler YJ (or Willys Wagon) fuel pump

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This Red Willys Wagon is based on a Jeep YJ drivetrain and fuel system, so when it stopped running I decided it was time to diagnose the problem and it soon looked like the fuel pump was the culprit. Swapping a fuel pump seems like a big job, but its not too bad and in no time the Wagon was back in action.
I got my fuel pump at Rockauto.com
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@leewaddell8561

I've used Rock Auto for years, started in Campbell River BC. And no matter where I move to Rock Auto is my 1st go to. Got parts from them today from Greenwood BC.

@eggdashure

I still remember the white YJ you worked on during Covid, Fred. Those segments were great because it was a bit of normal during crazy times! Very much miss Dirt Everyday.

@hodad200

Please sell me the Willys wagon!

@NorWis744 14 сағат бұрын

An advantage to in tank fuel pumps is a flooded pump suction. This prevents cavitation or vapor locking of the fuel system. This is more of an issue with more volatile fuels. The entire fuel line is at a higher pressure than atmospheric. Keeping the fuel pump cool is probably not much of a concern.

@NorWis744 14 сағат бұрын

Do not use a vacuum to clean a fuel tank. A shop vacuum uses air sucked through the hose to cool the open electric motor. Sparks, gas fumes could result in an explosion.

@ronsmith9251

If you’re going to let your vehicles sit long term, use non ethanol fuel. The ethanol breaks down over time and causes all kinds of problems.

@upscaleshack

I've done 3 different Jeep MPFI setups using a 91-96 YJ harness and ECM on swapped 4.0L's in a Scrambler, a J10 and a CJ5. For all of them I used an external fuel pump on the frame rail, the E2000 style. I've never had one fail. So for all the talk about in-tank pumps lasting longer, the ease of being able to carry a spare $30 fuel pump that you can swap out in 15 minutes makes that argument a non-starter in my opinion.

@Sean.K.Donovan

Those wheels look exactly like the old Ford F-1/F-100 trucks. Same diameter and bolt pattern.

@upscaleshack

Also: Willing to bet that your pinched hoses killed your pump. Pump was working harder to overcome the restriction and working against backpressure.

@staceshelley4926

You and Dave need to get the band back together

@mudjamz75

The 4.0 is perfect for it. Love it. Great exploration camping vehicle.

@saturnfivehynrgrc581

Good stuff Fred. Like button energized and video watched in its entirety.

@theoldcripple

Sometimes simplicity is the best way.

@scott9752

One of my favorite builds. A dream Jeep for me.

@briannichols1586

Love that little rig!

@shadowj5639

That is an awesome wagon, it looks great and runs great. Good work on it!

@jeffwelsh1185

Hey Fred,

@jasonscharf97tj

Good to see it back on the road .cool rig!

@JohnFrahm0676

Very much enjoy these detailed troubleshooting, getting a vehicle running videos. Thanks for passing on your knowledge. Any chance fans can order a sasquatch hat?

@mattlong_4896

That would be an amazing cross country trip home to my shop when you sell it to me.... Or I could just store it back east and then you have something to drive around the south.