Dangerously Cheap Parts! I Would NEVER Install A Walmart FUEL PUMP

[@tommycorley1493]

Yes, several years ago I bought the cheapest fuel pump I could find for my Silverado. Worked great for 13 months. The warranty was for 1 year on the part. I had to buy another pump, but this time I bought AC/ Delco pump, which cost 3 times more, but no more problems 5 years later.

[@jimsix9929]

the best fuel pump for a gm truck is made by Walbro, they last forever, Summit racing has them, ac delco is like rolling the dice, it is not an original gm pump anything could be in that box

[@HectorMartinez-gy8kp]

I agree with ur estimate

[@lordfarkwad4227]

Cool video

[@thagerdorn2009]

​@@jimsix9929ACDelco is original buddy. Acdelco and genuine GM are the SAME thing. I'm a GM guy. Owned many GM trucks and cars. Delco/Delphi pumps are the ones that actually last. Everything else is complete junk.

[@ahmad_the_god9507]

I dont have anything wrong with my car, I just love watching you diagnose patients. Great video lol.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Awesome man. Thanks so much for watching and supporting the channel 👨🏽‍🔧

[@jimsix9929]

just wondering if you were thinking of selling your car, it has been so long since I have seen a a car that has nothing wrong, lol

[@carolchia1001]

That edit made me laugh😂 Thank you, Mrs.Doctor, for keeping Alex up to date! I’m a DIYer so of course I like to save money by using regular tools where I can instead of buying all the specialty tools, one of my earliest specialty tool purchases was a fuel pump lock ring tool because when I was doing my research a lot of people said that the plastic Honda lock rings like to get stuck and you’ll tear it up pounding on it. The tool was around $10 so I felt like it was worth the investment and although my lock ring was indeed stuck, the tool made it so easy to take it off without breaking the plastic ring and I was able to reuse it. Sometimes special tools are well worth the investment. In your case, you’ve got a lot more fuel pumps you’ll be replacing in the future and the special tool will make it safer and faster to finish the jobs so you’re wife was right to make you just get it, Alex😉

[@washingandmowing15]

Alex, thank you. Im a 13 year old really into cars and pretty much how they work, and as soon as i turn 16, i plan to start working as a mechanic and you teaching how the stuff works is super helpful.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

This is awesome! You are awesome! Go after your dreams and don’t let the nay sayers stop you or talk you out of what you wanna do! 👨🏽‍🔧

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Please reach out to the shop 470-435-0015 I have something I'd like to send you.

[@davidvenstra5056]

That Kia Soul I was telling you about had a bad water pump. The dealer that my friend got it from changed the timing belt and water pump for preventative maintenance. The key to maintenance is to use good parts, or you are just installing a time bomb. The one I took out was one year old and so cheap, I couldn't even figure out where it came from and it looked slightly different than all the after market ones. It took an hour just to scrape off the RTV silicon they put on the cheap A** paper gasket they used. I got a OEM (metal infused with rubber) gasket and a OEM pump, and all good now. Lucky it passed the block test 👊 Good vid and lesson 👊

[@KingD0]

Great vid. Diagnostic tests were on point. The hard and easy ways. The realistic of going to get tools and coming back.

[@blazeandcyrus]

Here's a good fuel pump story that I dealt with... had a bad fuel pump in a 2007 Charger. Replaced the fuel pump and no go. troubleshooting for quite awhile, got voltage and ground everything is good to the pump. I started pulling the new pump found that the fuel pump that failed was a replacement and the replacement pump wiring was reverse so when the replacement was installed they cut the harness and switched the sending wire and the ground wires. Now we got a fuel pump that had the wiring correct so I had to redo the wiring harness back to the original way it was. Crazy but we got 'er figured out and running like a champ.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Wow what a story

[@ScottyOnespeed]

I enjoy your videos because you keep it real.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Thanks for watching

[@joshuamerrill2422]

Why can’t they make all cars this easy to access the fuel pump? 😂 great video.

[@ryaj2356]

Most have after a certain year added access panels in the rear seat area.

[@rolandm9750]

The odd man out is usually GM who insists, to this day, on *not* putting any access holes/panels inside the vehicle 🤦‍♂

[@JAYFITZ_1]

Most cars are right under the back passenger seat or under both rear seats now a days 😂

[@antoniomarc7174]

I would say that probably 98% of the time it’s going to be that pump/sending unit, but it’s always good to do proper diagnostic to make sure and go get that lock ring tool it will make it a lot easier to get that lock ring off hopefully it’s a good one that allows you to get in there with out removing the tank.

[@momentumtintdetail]

Overall, very enjoyable my friend. Can’t wait to see more!

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

More to come!

[@20irishman]

Great video, but I love that S14 in the beginning of the video. Very awesome JDM ride

[@davidvenstra5056]

I had the same exact experience with a Town and Country. Very insightful. I put off my day to watch the whole thing lol

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

I appreciate your support brother! 👨🏽‍🔧

[@davidvenstra5056]

When parts grow legs 🤣

[@x7xSINIST3Rx7x]

Hmmmm didn’t we talked about my fuel pump on my truck lmao, i have to say thanks Alex for the troubleshooting. Managed to get a good pump and installed it. Epic experience for the win!!!!

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Glad to help

[@rustedhorsepower5132]

Yup, i never got that lock ring tool either. Even when i worked for GM and had access to it...i never used it. Id smear some wheel bearing grease on the little upward bumps to help them lock in place. Then theres another trick ill have to show on video someday (i might have it on video already, ill have to look for it), but yup, no special lock ring tool. Good job Alex!

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

I’m glad I’m not the only one,makes me feel a little bit better. I’m showing this to my wife lol

[@jasonwells9050]

Car Doctor where's your surgical tech at today so you don't lose things LOL

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

I do need a surgical tech 😂😂

[@lstruggy]

Child in back seat “mommy what’s that smell back here? Mommy “just 87 octane baby boy” Dude I think u broke corner ear of that metal ring seal hammering it to close 🔨😂

[@chiaxiong8739]

Beautiful this guys is a pro he knows what he's doing 👏

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Thank you

[@Pinhead_larry265]

To quote one of my favorite actors " it ain't got no gas in it"

[@kensmith174]

Alex is my new favorite KZbin mechanic

[@VinnyVarious]

Alex, you’re Da Man!!! Keep these videos coming!!!

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Thanks! More to come for sure!

[@INTEL965GAMES]

$800 OMG.....Buyed mine from internet and cost $110 and $20 installation......I am in Mexico btw.....And it works great

[@momentumtintdetail]

Yoooooooooooo, video is legit Alex!!! What do you think about it this type of filming? Productive? Great seeing creators try suggestions!

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

I like it. It takes some getting use to with the cam on my head. I’m always nervous that the viewer can’t see what I’m doing.

[@bizzfo]

I’d never spend that much on a fuel pump especially on a car with 140k miles and for something that’s so easy to replace.

[@Alanthe918mobilemechanic]

You can basically by every piece of the fuel pump assembly and build it but it but I’d only do that if it’s cheaper and your using quality parts and it saves a significant amount of money and it’s done perfectly otherwise I agree with the docs statement replacing fuel pump assembly is the way to go

[@21Piloteer]

I've been burned a few times using cheap aftermarket pumps. Our shop started installing OEM only fuel pumps.

[@lotus956]

Very important rule. If it’s an important part that takes longer to change just get a quality part. You’re just going to have to change it again soon.

[@jasonwells9050]

Good doctor you just educated me on something I had no idea that Walmart was in the auto parts game what can I say I'm just speechless

[@gottahavegoalsset]

You might have to get a mini tool kit with a flat head, a phillips, and stuff and carry it on your side belt like a cowboy. But then that flathead screwdriver might be in your side when your crawling around fixing something. There has to be a solution. haha

[@tanyawins]

Shun at 31:23 ….Alex getting the tool!!! Wives make things happen!!! 🙏🏾❤️❤️❤️💃🏾😁

[@hothmobile100]

Yeah when it comes to electric parts, I go with the OEM especially if it's made in Japan. Did she run the gas tank empty a log? Usually, if people keep more gas in the tank, the fuel modules last longer. (The gasoline lubricates and keeps the fuel modules from oxidizing).

[@paulgilliland2992]

Nissan uses Delphi fuel pumps I believe . I bought one from Rock Auto for $$415.00 But of course it takes 3-4 days for delivery.

[@casanova2u2]

Good video. I myself don’t own the tool either. I spray the o-ring and lock ring with some good ole wd40 and then tap, tap, tap. 😂

[@ganeshnarayan5505]

Love your video Alex thanks for sharing.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

I’m happy you liked it. Thanks for watching!

[@EME4MexicaWarrior]

Isn’t it always a better idea to disconnect the battery cable before doing any fuel jobs

[@jorgegarcia-s8j]

Dallas Texas Alex your the greatest Jorge Garcia I love your videos yeah

[@salpalmeri1844]

Great job. I would think there would be a few drops of fuel in tank even after car died. Did you check for any holes in tank? Also would have check power supply to pump before anything else.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

I normally check power supply, but I already knew what it was. and was eager to pull the tank pump.

[@danp7463]

Anytime a job is labor intensive or the part could cost you an engine (timing belt hydraulic tensioner or belt) you're best off using good quality OEM Part's or top self aftermarket like Aisin.

[@rustedhorsepower5132]

Alex,...look into a harbor freight electric fuel transfer pump. Youll love it, about $12 , push a button and transfer fuel from a container in seconds.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

😮 I’m gonna grab one this weekend!

[@fatmant100]

Can you try starter fluid to check

[@blazeandcyrus]

I have that tool for the retainer and actually find the hammer and brass punch to be easier.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Word???

[@blazeandcyrus]

@@AlexTheCarDoctor two raps with a hammer and they usually start moving for me, I use brass so I don't have to worry about spark

[@u.s.lawyer8542]

Then you have the wrong tool.

[@RobertoAguilar-me3qm]

I have a Nissan 15 when u fill up it say it goes 400 on a full tank it only goes 300 maybe 320 if u drive normal I always keep the gas full .i notice the gas gage is not accurate

[@guadalupejalomo319]

Just like you said Alex, everybody take note when you’re putting gas at the gas station. Make sure you’re putting gas not diesel I mean I know most of the gas station have the nozzle that fits in your gas and then the green diesel one is a lot bigger and it won’t fit, but some people don’t pay attention, and they just start pumping diesel. I had that happen to this lady I was at the gas pump pumping gas, and the lady was trying to find a spot to see one next to me. Pulled up, backed up, got out like she was in a hurry and I was pumping on one side and the other side of where I was at was a diesel and she grabbed and I grabbed another nozzle and when I turned around, I noticed nozzles car and I looked over and I seen that she started trying to pump diesel and that she pump diesel and I told her stop and she ready head pump may be a gallon of diesel in your tank . I told her not to crank the car up in Cindo bringing it to me and I had dropped the tank down and I cleaned it out took all diesel out and put it back up and got her back on the road and I didn’t charge it a dime. Yeah she’s a wonderful lady, she was just trying to get to her kids that were in a wreck and wasn’t paying attention. I wish she was doing she is just trying to get her kids which is understandable but I’m glad her kids are OK and her car is OK 😮🙏

[@markmurdock280]

Yeah that's a dead pump.I did my fuel pump in a ford econoline van about 4 or 5 weeks ago.i did it by myself and it was kinda a pain in the azz.The fuel tank was like the size of a coffin and of course the tank was pretty full also

[@jimsix9929]

I have a funny story for you Alex, I did job almost the same a year or so ago, replaced the pump, car came in showing over a half tank but was empty, I put 4 gallons in it, this girls dad picked it up running fine, next day she called and accused me of stealing her gas, another reason I no longer take new customers

[@normansnead9639]

Great job bro 👍

[@highjohn]

Had a similar problem with a 2016 Chrysler 200. It turned out to be a bad coil.

[@alvinjones8884]

Fuel pump 17:05

[@ChrisPatrick-q6k]

I bought a Bosch pump, seems ok?

[@joehomanick]

I tell all my customers, especially their kids if your riding around on 1/4 tank or less you are on empty. 💯💯💯they always laugh so I ask them if they have a spare $400 to $900 laying around to hand over to me ?? The laughing stops and they realize that I’m not playing .not to mention when they drop off their vehicles for service with not a drop a gas in it . I call them and tell them to come get it

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

That’s the worse trying to service a vehicle that has no fuel can’t even test drive it

[@u.s.lawyer8542]

If you called me instead of putting gas in it, that would be the last time i brought my vehicle to you.

[@joehomanick]

@@u.s.lawyer8542 not my job to put gas in your vehicle 💯 that would be your job . However I do have a special gas can for pita customers like you . $20 in gas = $40 . Very simple. If you don’t value my time then you can pay double or come get your vehicle. If you actually think that it’s ok to drop it off with no gas in it and play dumb when we ask where your wheel lock key is and leave expired paperwork and or no paperwork then you are 💯💯💯💯 that customer that we don’t want to do business with . Oh and I’m booked a month and a half out so 1 or 2 people that don’t have common sense are not the end of the world .. plenty of other mechanics that will deal with that 💩

[@kendavey6937]

always use brass drifts. less damage.

[@konstantinostselios1129]

Good job Alex but at the end your hands will smell gas no matter what 😄

[@renj6531]

I bought an import direct ( Oreily) for my 8th gen civic and I noticed that my fuel gauge never read accurate, now I had the car long enough so I knew when to fill up based on the mileage. I dont know if something needed recal or what

[@KSimmonsKenny]

My guess was wrong you are right fuel level gauge.

[@guadalupejalomo319]

Alex work smarter not harder 😂

[@BigDipper79]

That Delphi assembly FG-1549 is under $400 on Rock Auto. Just fyi. I know people don’t have time to wait etc. 😂Time is money. Imagine trying to warranty something on that site.

[@Mj31464]

what scan tool is that? I’m a tech and would like somethin small for the house

[@guadalupejalomo319]

I’m not laughing at you. I’m laughing with you, Alex. 😅

[@sheerwillsurvival2064]

I wanted to replace my cheap fuel pressure kit . I wanted the one you got but it’s $790 bucks 😱

[@momentumtintdetail]

Alex I thought you were buggin on the price! I looked it up on my AZ pro acct indeed $832. Good grief!

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Yeah man. I tell them, I don’t make the prices.

[@CobraR1993]

On rockauto the same pump is 380$

[@momentumtintdetail]

@@CobraR1993 local parts stores is the best source for expensive parts as the warranty is better for both customer and shop.

[@andrebunting7603]

I love the video cut scene with your wife telling us that you will be getting the tool 😂😂😂😂😂😂. Idk what I like about your videos more, the excellent job and explaining you do or the great dynamic that you 2 have together. You're truly blessed brother. Keep up the good work and I'll keep spending my work days watching and listening to random videos of yours lol.

[@carlosnavarro921]

Gotta love the Chryslers of Japan

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Lol

[@kendavey6937]

Thats why I got out of car repair and went to Industrial maintenance mechanic lol

[@davidlampe4153]

Never buy from the jungle site it’s only a temporary fix. Get quality parts from a dealer or buy OEM from a reputable parts store.

[@highjohn]

Great video.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Thanks!

[@kendavey6937]

Damn 800 , but good for another 100K , pay it guys, It's not worth the headache.

[@michaelpatton5012]

DELPHI is a good brand. Autozone around here is 355.00 .You mark it up to double

[@momentumtintdetail]

Momma laid the law down!

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

I knew that she would lol

[@Cognacvsop1873]

Take a permanent marker and put the date that you replaced it on there and put your initials Jess just saying just saying

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

That’s a good idea! My previous tech use to put his initial on the part he replaced with white out. I miss that guy

[@4040pmora]

I think she just needed gas! LoL

[@WillSmith-jc9wj]

Need a fuses replaced

[@da9ej1eg99]

Yo let me get that jdm.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

I was waiting for somebody to notice that beauty!!!!

[@da9ej1eg99]

@@AlexTheCarDoctor is it for sale.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

@@da9ej1eg99 unfortunately no

[@da9ej1eg99]

@@AlexTheCarDoctor come on, everything is for sale.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

@@da9ej1eg99 that’s my tech Silvia I’m a skyline type of guy

[@CobraR1993]

Walmart doesn't make or stock the pump. When you order from Walmart it's dropped shipped from another location and Walmart receives a cut/commission.

[@KSimmonsKenny]

Since there is some fuel pressure in line, I would think the fuel pump is. weak.

[@stoveguy2133]

94 lumina pump died in 2000. 96 caddy pump died in 2001. Only 2 I ever did. None since.

[@nelsoncoffie5668]

There is no Walmart brand fuel pump , I bought a ac Delco pump at ac cheaper than the dealer , so if you want to buy quality they sell it to you , if you want to buy crap they will also sell it to you.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Yes I am aware that sellers sell on Walmart just like on Amazon. I know there is no Walmart brand. But they still wanted to buy it from Walmart.

[@nelsoncoffie5668]

@@AlexTheCarDoctor By the way I loved the video, keep the good work

[@Retrocidal]

have you actually checked into who builds that part as fare as a stuff goes Walmart oil is as good as any other oil there generic oil filter are just as good as teh expensive ones but if there sourcing that part from a good manufacture that's all that matters because Walmart isnt making parts them self's there paying companies to do it for them

[@allimkhan7540]

If your car needs a fuel pump the only place you buy it from is directly from the dealer oem is the only way to go . Never buy parts online factory parts are always better they are cheaper in the long run . Stick with the dealer always

[@bentonheath7838]

Can't disagree with you. Their batteries are good and reasonably priced. DEF works and is API rated.

[@MooseKnuckleMike]

That cars gonna be smelling like gas for the next 2 years 😂

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

No complaints so far

[@AlonzoJohnson-l4m]

No gas 😲

[@stuartholden6163]

Who else thought he was going to open it and find a Walmart part?

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

I’d never do it 🤣😂

[@TyrelSmith-g5f]

U mean to tell they ran out of gas in thought it was a fuel pump issue oh well

[@RICHFOREVER760]

i know it was the fuel pump all the time

[@stackboy4691]

Just take the ring a loose first

[@robertjimenez5877]

Do that on your own car not on a customer car, that's why the car has the fuel door!!!

[@davidvenstra5056]

Walmart pump??!!? wow

[@eddieraywilliamsjr4014]

The fuel pump

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

✅👨🏽‍🔧

[@hermanberry668]

😂😂

[@jermainec2462]

Wait , ....Walmart sell fuel pumps ??!what the fuck...😮😮... You can't get everything at Walmart...

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

My point lol

[@davidvenstra5056]

You can find good deals out there. Just make sure you are getting the right brand and the right part number. If you get them online, send it back right away if it is not the brand you paid for. A lot of online sellers will straight up lie about what manufacturer made the part. They will go as far as boxing a cheap part in a OEM box, so check it ✌

[@davidvenstra5056]

oops. That was supposed to be a reply to jermainc2462

[@jermainec2462]

@@davidvenstra5056 lol you did reply to me... But I never knew Walmart sold fuel pumps that's why I'm so surprised...

[@davidvenstra5056]

I was surprised also

[@mickeyward5216]

Sometimes you gotta spray wd40 and it will come off so easily

[@Darryl.Harris]

Seven to eight hundr....... WTF

[@Twan.Trades]

Fair warning…. Expensive does not mean good quality… please do research…. I don’t allow customers to use their own parts because I can’t warranty the work.

[@AlexTheCarDoctor]

Same here. And I agree. Expensive doesn’t always mean quality just like Cheap doesn’t always mean it’s not a good part.

[@florinel181]

I think the fuel pump is junk .

[@MrKongatthegates]

150 for part 150 for labor dont let anyone charge you 800 bucks to install this cheap plastic chinese junk in your car