1968 GS400 Fuel Pump - 55 years later

Discussion in 'Chassis restoration' started by HLohio, Nov 11, 2023.

  1. HLohio

    HLohio GS owner since 1977

    Had to change the fuel pump on my 1968 GS400. This car has 74k miles and is all numbers matching. As far as I can tell, the only thing ever replaced on engine was the water pump. Just thought you guys would like to see what they used on the assembly line in June 1968.

    1). Looks like fuel pump was painted Buick red.
    2). The 3/8" rubber supply line is 15" long and has 3 ribs running lengthwise. Overall width of all 3 ribs is 1/8". It was installed with green pinch clamps.
    3). The 1/4" rubber return line is 11.5" long and has the word "GAS" in white every 1.25" running lengthwise. Height of "GAS" lettering is 3/16". Return line was secured with red pinch clamps.

    They are only original once and untouched examples are rare. Hope this helps preserve the knowledge.

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  2. Stage 2 iron

    Stage 2 iron Platinum Level Contributor

    Thanks for posting .
     
  3. CJay

    CJay Supercar owner Staff Member

    What does the bottom of the pump look like?
     
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  4. HLohio

    HLohio GS owner since 1977

    Bottom of pump looks like natural color with red over spray.


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  5. NZ GS 400

    NZ GS 400 Gold Level Contributor

    Thanks for sharing this.
     
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