<VV> Replacement of fuel pump eccentric

[shortle]

It is possible to replace the eccentric without removing the engine. But you will have to remove the rear grill, remove the shields holding the rubber to the body,lower the back of the engine, remove the skid plate,remove the crank pulley, and the oil filter adaptor assembly/rear engine cover (distributor, oil pump housing).Then you have access to the eccentric. 
As far as "saving a lot of effort", yes indeed an electric pump would be a lot easier IF indeed the eccentric is the problem. Larry Claypool sells a center section of the pump so that you can keep a stock appearance as well as running the correct fuel lines.
And why not put the pump under the car near the fuel tank? I have that on my '62 Monza Wagon.
Timothy Shortle in (perfect)Durango Colorado 81301


-----Original Message-----
>From: Charles McKinley <cmckinley313 at verizon.net>
>Sent: May 26, 2011 9:13 AM
>To: Virtual Vairs <VirtualVairs at corvair.org>
>Subject: <VV> Replacement of fuel pump eccentric
>
>The fuel pump eccentric in my 63 Monza 900 80 hp 3-speed has worn down  
>to the extent that it no longer provides enough pump action to keep  
>the carbs adequately supplied. I have two questions:
>
>1. Is it possible to replace the eccentric without pulling the motor  
>completely out of the car? I could probably figure this out by  
>studying the geometry of things, but I suspect some of you know the  
>answer offhand.
>
>2. Would I save myself a lot of effort by replacing the stock fuel  
>pump with an electric pump? If so, can you recommend a pump that would  
>be reliable but not cost an arm and leg? Also, is it mandatory that an  
>electric pump has to be installed at the tank? I'd prefer to mount one  
>in the engine compartment if that's workable.
>
>Please advise, and thanks in advance,
>
>Chuck McKinley
>63 Monza 900 80 hp 3-speed
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