Fuel sending unit replacement for an accurate reading

[Meanmyz]

Thank you guys for your answers.

Phil, your answer tells me that no, you will not find a GM part without pumps and really gives the answer I am looking for.

Flyman, I am guessing these are aftermarket, and while they may be quality, I will look and do some more research.

Bending the float is easy, but also hit and miss. What would have bent it out of place in the first place? I would save the money and do that on my daily driver, not this car, and I am guessing you would feel the same way.

Thanks guys.

[Demps]

So...I know a guy that...

When you put the sender [back] in the float can hang up. First, while getting it all in through the tank opening. Second, once in the tank IF one were to reach in to position the assembly it is possible to push against the float arm.

All of this is assuming the range of measurement is there. There are some posts here or CF (check Cliff's solutions) on how to measure resistance. I'm also a K.I.S.S. follower, & would slightly bend it (float) up if the sender has been removed lately.

Ted

[Meanmyz]

Originally Posted by Demps

So...I know a guy that...

When you put the sender [back] in the float can hang up. First, while getting it all in through the tank opening. Second, once in the tank IF one were to reach in to position the assembly it is possible to push against the float arm.

All of this is assuming the range of measurement is there. There are some posts here or CF (check Cliff's solutions) on how to measure resistance. I'm also a K.I.S.S. follower, & would slightly bend it (float) up if the sender has been removed lately.

Ted

Yep, I can see how that could happen from your explanation. And agree on your fix (KISS). That is probably how it got goofed up in the first place...that a service tech bent it. I know from the Carfax that it was at the dealer for a no start after it sat for a couple of years.

I haven't myself ever worked on a fuel sender, so I am learning.