Working on the Deuce today

[Michael_Golden]

Always some questions after being in the belly of the beast.

I bought my filters this time from Erik's Military. The Baldwin filters included the correct gaskets for the base of the filter cans but the new bolt seals did not fit. Is there a source for the bolt seals or should I just not worry about them? (no leaks so far - knock on wood)

What is the correct procedure to prime the fuel system after changing the fuel filters? I opened the bleeder valve between the two secondary filters with the power switch in the on position but after @10 minutes there was still no sign of fuel. We wound up using the starting fluid method to get the deuce running. Surely there is a better way?!

The air filter gauge attached to the dashboard is broken on this deuce. (clear plastic part is missing) Does anyone know of a replacement source?

Thanks!

 

[FMJ]

If you opened the bleeder and got no fuel after 10 min, I think your intank pump is not working. . .

 

[Michael_Golden]

That's what it would seem to me too. However, after we ran the engine sufficient to shut the low air alarm off, I could hear the pump running. Maybe that bleeder valve is just plugged?

 

[gimpyrobb]

The bottom probably fell off the pump in the fuel tank. Next time its low on fuel, pull it. Thats what happened to me.

 

[FMJ]

The bottom probably fell off the pump in the fuel tank. Next time its low on fuel, pull it. Thats what happened to me.

http://www.steelsoldiers.com/deuce/24628-tank-pump-failure-pics.html

 

[Jinx]

I had the same problem with the gaskets. Wound up using the old ones. No leaks yet. :Crosses fingers:

 

[badgmc56]

My intank pump was running but did not pump any fuel. Replaced it and now it's fine.

 

[Srjeeper]

Any truck parts source will have the new air filter flow guage. They are not at all expensive and replacement is much easier than trying to repair one of those.

When changing fuel filters, it is always a good idea to fill the new filters 3/4 or more with fresh fuel. Then it takes just a few minutes to purge the air.

Starting fluid is very hard on an engine and will take it's toll in time.

 

[Michael_Golden]

I'll check the pump tomorrow morning. Thanks!

 

[FMJ]

I'll check the pump tomorrow morning. Thanks!

Easiest way to see if it's pumping would be to crack the line coming out of the pump on top of the fuel tank. Also when it's pumping with the motor not running you should be able to see/hear the fuel being returned to the tank by opening the cap and looking into the tank, this works best when the tank is not full

 

[Michael_Golden]

Any truck parts source will have the new air filter flow guage. They are not at all expensive and replacement is much easier than trying to repair one of those.

When changing fuel filters, it is always a good idea to fill the new filters 3/4 or more with fresh fuel. Then it takes just a few minutes to purge the air.

Starting fluid is very hard on an engine and will take it's toll in time.

Doh! The air filter flow gauge is not bad. It's just the type with a sight glass. I'm use to the newer ones with the clear plastic housing and a yellow float inside.