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I have decided that I must remove the guts from my pump, it's just too heavy with them in and the wife can't even help me move it a short distance. Not only that, it's leaking gas and oil, and I want to put it in the house.
So, that being said, how do I get this stuff out? I have both doors off, the pulley removed and the faces off. All the bolts are rusted in something fierce and I don't even know where to begin. Should I just take a cutoff wheel to most of the bolts?
Is it safe to cut the large diameter pipes inside if there is still remnants of gas in it?
I'm hitting everything with PB Blaster and I'm no stranger to rusted bolts since I've worked on Jeeps for years. That said, these are some tough bolts.
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Spray them with wd-40 or other solvent and let them sit.
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Remove Everything below the Veeder-Root variator. Should be a short 1/4" shaft just below the VR unit. Bolts that can't be turned, twist them off. I use a sawzall & have used a torch to cut things out w/ only 1 small fire that burnt like wax. IF the gasoline doesn't smell fresh, don't worry about it. IF your not comfortable using a sawzall/torch, take it apart instead of cutting.
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LOL, what is a veeder root variator? The computer?
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It's the round thingy under the Slot Machine looking thingy w/ all the wheels.
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We always start at the electric motor. It is usually the last to be installed so it should be the first out. Once it is out, you'll have a small space for things you cut out to fall into, making it easier to remove. I use a sawsall and cutting torch. Keep a fire extinguisher handy though. I've gutted hundreds of pumps this way and never had a fire? Just do you work outside to be safe. You'll find that the torch will help you gut the pump in under 30 minutes. Good luck, Paul www.severngaspumps.com
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Veeder Root Rebuilds.....since 1987 Veeder Root Identification CD Gas Pump Clock Repair jkyocom@bellsouth.net
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Ok, next question. How do I get the side panel off around this thing? Do I have to remove this somehow? Also, the top panel screws are really tight, just drill them out I guess? Nothing but a cutting wheel is touching the screws on this thing.
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Patients my boy, Patients. Haste & Frustrations will cause Problems somewhere down the line. When Frustration sets in, take a Break & have a couple of Cold Ones. Take your time & LOTS of pictures, most likely you'll need them later.
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DB, I get that I need patience, but that doesn't help me get this darn thing apart. Any tips?
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How about that thing on the side? Do I need to buy a big wrench to take it off? Can't seem to get the panel to slide off around it.
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Start by soaking all the bolts / nuts this week with Pblaster or Gibbs, or 1/2 atf and 1/2 acetone. Start next week on taking it apart. Old british cars start one month pre-soaking. Kroil is supposed to be good also but have not seen it in the area. tt
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That thing on the side is supposed to be a cover for the hose outlet and yes, you'll probably have to take it off to get the panel free. Not sure what kind of pump this is so I'm not sure how it comes off but it should be self explanatory. Like DB said, take lots of pictures as you'll need them for reassembly!
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