Gas Issues, Please help!

Discussion in ''Da Nailhead' started by 63rivnyc, Jul 12, 2014.

  1. 63rivnyc

    63rivnyc Member

    Hey guys,

    I am on the road, and need some assistance.

    Here is some backround:

    1963 Buick riviera, 401 engine.

    I installed a aftermarket electronic fuel pump (generic for GM v8's from autozone,pepboys, advanced auto, etc.) right near the gas tank (definitely within 12 inches).

    I do have the return line connected with the proper fuel filter (1 inlet, 2 outlet).

    This is the first time that i am taking the car on a long trip on the interstate (90 mile trip from NYC to PA).

    The issue: the tank has to be completely full for the car to not hesistate, hickup, run rough, almost cut off, etc.

    I filled the tank, and drove about 30-40 miles before experiencing the issues listed above. When I make it to a gas station, and add only $15-20 worth of gas (indicating that there is still approx. half a tank of gas still there, the issue goes away.

    This first time, i made it a few miles before a rest stop, the second instance was a bit more scarier when a rest stop was nowhere close and the car was near stalling/cutting off.

    Any ideas?

    Thanks,

    Ryan
    516-330-2963
     
  2. Briz

    Briz Founders Club Member

    thinking its sucking air near the top of the tank siphon/ pick up tube.
     
  3. flynbuick

    flynbuick Guest

    What not use the correct pump? Was it doing anything like this before the new pump was installed? Have you looked inside the take for rust?
     

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