Re: 426 Hemi Fuel Pump Rod

["Gary H." <spigot2039@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Per a knowledgeable source, the standard fuel pump pushrod has no groove on either end. A small groove has no impact, but yes, a well worn one would not allow a full push.

An electric fuel pump negates this problem.

Thanks,
Gary H. 

-----Original Message----- 
>
>Hey Guys:
>Dumb question regarding my brother's 66 Hemi Satellite.
>
>The fuel pump actuator rod or shaft...it has an oil groove on one end...
>
>my guess is this end would be the "upper" end at the camshaft lobe.
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>Is this correct?
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>Also, is it possible that these rods can wear down at the ends to the point of not
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>adequately pushing the fuel pump finger?
>
>Mystified in Maryland.
>
>Thanks, Donny, 64 Belvedere
>


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