Equalizer 2

While on vacation I changed my oil, filter, and fuel filter. When I went to prime the fuel filter nothing happened. The truck started and then died. About 2 1/2 years ago I swapped out the stock lift pump for a Walbro 392 system purchased here. I was in Idaho Falls and figured I could just get to NAPA and get a replacement, NOT. They didn't have one and had not heard of the Walbro 392.

Fortunately a kid that I had taught about 10 years ago when I was teaching was available and helped out and we were able to find a working Holley Blue pump. $40 for the pump, $10 for fittings and hose and I was back on the road.

So the question is, do I move to the Holley Blue and get a back up pump or do I look for a Walbro 392?

On Edit: Can the poll be edited to add a new choice? If so, how?

AlCorr

I believe you can buy a rebuild kit for the Holley Blue. Myself, I have a Holley Black under the back seat, with 89,000 on this BD Aux. (Carter), it just won't die, (It's like a Timex, just keeps on ticking)

Ace

Why no 3rd option for "other?" Walbro makes all kinds of suitable pumps. Holleys have reliability issues in diesel applications. Pretty limited pump option scope there....

Equalizer 2

I am open to other options but do have a limited budget. I wasn't really aware of other options short of FASS and AirDog. I will try to add Other to the Poll.

butchera

I just install a B-D max-flow. Seems to be working great. Not as pricey as the FASS or the Airdog but it is up there (just over $400).

18PSI at idle
17-18PSI at cruise
10-11PSI at WOT

Sinbadd

I had a holley blue on my old chevy 6.2. It ran for the couple of years I had the truck and was still going strong when it was sold. I was told when I installed it, to remove the screen on the inlet side of the pump so it would last longer with diesel. The factory strainer screen causes too much of a restriction for diesel.

Equalizer 2

Thanks, Sinbadd. I will do that once it cools off a bit here. I have spent about 18 years here in the NW (split into 2 times) and this is the first year I know of where it has hit 100*+. They are setting records and I am not up to working on the truck at these temps.

Anyone know a good source for replacement Walbro pumps. I want to get one and have it on hand if needed. I will also install a pressure guage or indicator of some type.

HarleyHauler

I installed a Fuel Boss mechanical pump 18 months ago and have had no issues at all. It may be outside your budget, but you won't be disappointed.