1998 Chevy Silverado Fuel Pump Replacement

Tiny
DCS1998
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  • 1998 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
  • V8
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 136,000 MILES
When I crawl under, shake and pull on the gas lines and wires the fuel pump will work for maybe half a dozen times. So I know its either the connections are bad or the pump just needs a good shakin to get it working again.

Now to my question: Several people say drop the tank to replace the pump. Some say get three Buddies and pull the bed off. Which is the best way if you are limited to a small single car driveway and no hoist?
Sunday, March 1st, 2009 AT 3:02 PM

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Tiny
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I would say dropping the fuel tank is a lot easier than removing the bed.

Just make sure you drain all the fuel first and support the tank with a jack once you remove the strap bolts.
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Monday, March 2nd, 2009 AT 5:51 PM

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