Tipped Bed Method! GMC Fuel Pump Swap.

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Tipped Bed Method! GMC Fuel Pump Swap. I innovated this method on a truck that had rusted straps/bolts and bed bolts on one side. I was in a hurry to get it done. Turns out this method works great for when you don't have a lift or you don't want to rain dirt in your face from below. It's not necessary to take the bed all the way off. When you just tip it, it can reduce damaging your bed corners too.

[@GApawpawandnana]

Without your video I would not have been able to of done this. I’m a 61-year-old widow and had to replace the fuel pump by myself in my late husband‘s 95 Chevy Silverado Z 71. Again, I can’t thank you enough for taking the time to post this video.

[@brandoncuts82]

Holy Toledo thats Awesome you Go Girl🛠

[@miket8266]

Angel

[@opie7afe]

That's awesome, I love seeing/hearing about people who aren't afraid of doing their own. Work and not stopping halfway through and sending it to a mechanic..sad times when you see fully able bodied men and women standing on the road waiting for AAA to come change the tire for a spare.

[@Jeff-gs7uh]

Not going to lie I thought that said a 61 year old window and you were making a joke about him being in the way of the camera a lot. But, after reading again, YOU ROCK!!! Good for you (:

[@tips4truckers252]

Queen

[@joefudd]

I've used the bed tipping method before when I was younger. My next fuel pump replacement is tomorrow, but I'm much older and cannot flex like I used to. I'm taking the whole bed off this time with a gantry crane. Always wire wheel the rust from the bed bolt threads with a bench grinder and always use never seize on the threads. Make sure to test run the new pump before putting the bed back down.

[@Hennessey_and_smoke]

Been alive 53 years and I've never seen holes in the back of knees. I will adopt that style and give you credit.

[@ancientsociety653]

did you notice he put the parts that he cut out on the front to act as kneepads? dude is a legend.

[@centralcoastcamper9631]

Thanks for your video. I just finished replacing my fuel pump with the highly recommended Delphi unit. $177.00 at Carquest. What I did slightly different from you was I removed the rear wheel and inner fender support brace which gave me much more working room to remove and re-install the pump. I recommend the tilt bed method to anyone and my camper shell stayed on but tailgate still needed to be removed for clearance while tilting. I just saved myself $450.00 on labor by not taking it to the mechanic.

[@svbbs4390]

Is it Delphi fg0407

[@snider519]

Thanks a bunch Brian! Definitely still a tight squeeze to get in there, especially since I needed to replace the connector.. Took me 3 hours laying in the slush up here in Calgary, Alberta! My ass was numb by the time I finished. Saved me a few hundred bucks, real proud of myself -- wasn't sure I could get er done. Runs nice and strong now! My only issue is that I tightened the passenger side down without checking the fit and now the bed is off kilter just a hair. Not enough to be really noticeable but still enough to bug me.. I'll save that for the warm weather.

[@THEMOWERMEDIC1]

ive learned my lesson with fuel pumps GO OEM!

[@jidun9478]

I just did this on a 2001 Chevy Silverado 1500 after watching your video... Worked like a charm. Took my time and did it on a Sunday and saved myself about a thousand dollars. Thanks😁

[@rockyk5]

Brian...Thank You. Used your method to change out a 1993 454SS fuel pump yesterday. Went with a Walbro 190lph pump. This was so much easier than dropping the tank...done that twice before on an 87" GMC.

[@josegutierrez9820]

XJj

[@prmayner]

One thing I like about this method you can pretty much change the pump standing in a foot of water. sure beats dropping the tank. after 30 years of changing pumps this was the first time today I tried this method, my shop was full so the only place I had to do it was out in the very uneven gravel parking lot, all I can say is no more dropping tanks for me. thanks for sharing.

[@kriskristoffersen5917]

Great video, 230,000 and my pump was putting out about 30-40psi. I was not looking forward to dropping the tank. I used a 12 inch long 2x4 and jack stand between frame rail and cross support on bed. This along with removing the tire gave me easy access to the pump. I didn't have the 90 degree pliers but that looks like the ticket to removing the fuel lines. Thanks for the video

[@markbgreiner]

Thank you times one million for this video. I got to change my fuel pump this week and this helped alot. Only problems I ran into is the nuts broke their weld on the front 2 bed bolts so I ended up cutting the bolts, the other was the locking ring holding the pump to the tank was a bear, I needed an air hammer. Guess that what happens after 14 years of driving salty Iowa wintry roads.

[@jerronb7840]

I just did this today to my 03 4.8 regular cab, waaaay easier than I thought a fuel pump swap would be. Thanks for the vid.

[@georgealmeida7382]

I remove all bed bolts except rear two which I just loosen and then raise it like a dump truck..

[@brandoncuts82]

By golly Ur a purty Fart smeller.

[@dustdevil9614]

The bumper didn't get In the way?

[@chevyvantravel9735]

ok im doing this this weekend. thank you for the clarity. i tried to watch another one and it wasn't good. yours is the best

[@fatkid278]

I took my truck to the shop he quoted me $850 to replace $250 for the part and $600 labor because he said it's a 2 man job to remove the bed. With your video it cost me a total of $190 for an oem part. Thank you

[@briansmobile1]

I always use two means of support so there's a back-up. The bed weighs about 230lbs I have a 8,000 lb jack stand as a back-up to the board to catch it if needed. Thanks for caring!

[@jakejames4389]

thanks for the video i did this method the other day on my step sons truck as he just filled the tank. super easy. i wear contacts so it a must to wear safty glasses as i got a face full of dirt. work like a charm, i live in az so we dont have the under carriage build up problem and bolts came right out with a breaker bar and he wanted to help to see how things were done and we got it DONE OVER THERE ON THERE.

[@jasonpatzke]

Just had exactly the same thing happen with an AirTex pump i put in in 2012. Only made it 50k before it started running rough like yours. Used the bed tip method this time thanks to your video. Was able to tilt the bed with a Ranch Hand headache rack and a full set of RKI boxes installed using a floor jack and didn't have any issues.. Put in an OEM pump this time! Thanks for the video, it was very helpful.

[@stevenholcroft7380]

Thanks I'm doing this job solo for my niece, this video is an important assist to me. This method works vary well!

[@donyoung8215]

I had to remove mine today and I don't have the right equipment to do this job nor do I have anyone that could help me with the bed so this video saved me. Thank you Thank you Thank you. Mine is a step side but it still worked perfect. my old pump is an AC Delco and just went out after 12 years so I ordered the AC Delco to replace it. Great video dude, Thanks.

[@zdm1969]

Used this method last weekend to change the pump in my '87. Soooo much easier than dropping a tank.

[@kcinwv]

I used your method to raise the bed up to remove the tank filler hose to syphon out some very old Ethanol gas. It worked great. If I ever have to replace the fuel pump I will do the same process.

[@brianthongkham6268]

Dude! You're fuckin awesome! You changed that fuel pump like a pro. Good shit man! You just saved me about $1,000

[@kenman1717]

you make that look so easy. I've had bad luck lately trying to remove beds, broken and stripped bolts and broken and stripped sockets.

[@josephnovak4826]

i got 2 broken bolts and 1 good one i,m looking at on my tablei know i have at lease 3 broken ones so its green bottle time for today not as strong 65 yrs old

[@kellycronk9234]

Doing it this way you don't have to empty the tank man I dreaded that. Well guess what now my sender is bad maybe I'll put bed back on with velcro LOL Great video

[@raleighbeersingh1501]

Thanks Brian. Now I know how to tilt the bed on my 07 gmc sierra to replace the brake lines....and maybe the fuel pump in the future.. Good job. 👍

[@007Cornhusker]

Precision seems like a company that has well developed parts. I have not done any research on the brand, but I have installed a couple of different parts produced by them. Haven't had any trouble as of yet. Thanks Again for an insightful video Brian.

[@Woopwoopwill]

It's a good trick, and thanks for the 411 Brian. I live in the rust belt, so anything that cuts down my labor time spent.is great helo. Again thanks Brian.

[@hearsejr]

I just did this to my 1994 Chevy truck a few minutes ago. I had to remove the two rear bumper bolts and there is a bolt over the front spring shackle that takes a ratchet to get too it. Other then that it was fast and easy. I used an electric impact wrench, a 18mm socket, a ratchet, two short extension, a star or torque bit, and a 2x4. Also mine had a ground wire on the left side rear that we stretched a little trying to lift the bed. Thanks for posting the video.

[@fordsucks2]

Excellent video. 5 stars. My niece started humming the Superman theme when you lifted the bed up. ;) Running the truck with out the fuel pump relay and the gas cap off seemed to help with squirting fuel in my replacement.

[@DittoBlast]

you have a awesome daughter lol

[@chefzackkasmar6767]

Great Video! About to tackle this one next week! Funny fact, I went to school with a kid named Justin Case.. lol. Thanks for takin the time to film and share!!

[@pattygamblin6433]

I am a long time fan and subscriber. I love the old cars and have a 69 Ford Falcon . Thank You for all of your videos and God Bless you and your family.

[@aerostick11]

you did a great job.gotta do this this weekend but since i have a car lift ill just lift the whole bed

[@redfishrebel4261]

the tipped bed method works great, and is pretty easy with the right equipment. i back my truck into the my garage and use a commercial ratchet strap (used to secure cargo on semi's) to lift it from the rafters then block it well for safety. 2001 GMC 2500HD the pump goes out about every 2-4 years. i refuse to cut into my bed but thats just me.

[@Armurp01]

Does this method working for replacing rear brake lines as well?

[@chevy6292]

Awesome video! Very well done! I've seen where guys butcher their box so they don't have to drop their tank but tilting the bed wouldn't have occurred to me. Thanks a lot.

[@briansmobile1]

You're most welcome! It makes my day to know this helped or inspired someone else!

[@clintharrell2258]

You, sir...are a LIFESAVER! I am so glad I found your video, this turned a nightmare into a dream! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!!!!

[@Leichtningbolt]

YOU CAN DO IT...YES YOU CAN. I just did. Thankyou for your informative video. I'm so glad I did not have to remove the tank.I hope others learn to post the same type of videos. Just enough dialog...a little humor...steady photography...attention to lighting. If I decide to post mine, it will be less informative but I will reference your post. I like your honesty. Thanks for the education. My day was easier than expected.

[@hayksamvelyan]

Read a few comments and they all made chuckle. A few things: 1. Your jeans are hilarious and ingenious at the same time. 2. Airtex being featured on ETCG and your opinion made me laugh. 3. I love how all the youtube car channels are interconnected with each other.

[@briansmobile1]

Thanks Robert- I meant to do a link you could click on to take you to that other video. Because I say this comment, I fixed it and it's up now. You're the man!

[@joshblack1406]

Thanks a million! My fuel pump just went on my silverado and I'm gonna go after the repair tomorrow morning. Going to try the tilt bed method vs dropping the tank. Looks alot easier

[@Chubbza5]

Was it a 2000 by chance? Mine's there too, I see a few recent comments lol.

[@Drink6up]

Chubbza5 mine is a 2000 and 120,000 miles. Debating to do it myself

[@joshblack1406]

@@Drink6up it worked slick. New pump had an upgraded wire harness than I held to solder together but it was all much better than the old school dropping the tank method.

[@howardtoler3530]

Thanks! Finally somebody that didn't cut a big hole in their bed!! Much better way to change out a FP.

[@TXAgitator]

THANK YOU for sharing this! I followed your advice while replacing the fuel pump on my 2002 GMC yesterday and it was a HUGE help! I installed a Delphi fuel pump but my lock ring was severely rusted and I had to cut it apart using a Dremel tool with a cut-off wheel before my old pump could be removed. Once I located a new lock ring it didn’t take long before I had it back together and running! Thanks again!

[@bobj3999]

Brian I did mine by pulling the bed But as far as the bumper & box I used two pieces garden hose , split it then over the end of the bumper .

[@punker6506]

I just learned about this trick from one of the new tech at our shop. he taught me to tilt the bed back like a dump truck instead of to the side. I haven't gotten a chance to try it yet though of course

[@briansmobile1]

For sure!

[@Loudlevin]

Also helpful for people that are going to change there crusty brake lines, thanks GM!

[@toddrf]

I just replaced the fuel module on my 2010 Silverado. It lived 12 years in Chicago’s salty winter roads and everything around the fuel pump was very rusted. I was able to completely remove my bed and thank goodness I was able to. I don’t think I could have done what I needed to do with the bed just tipped.

[@briansmobile1]

Sheesh! Imagine if somone invented something better than perchlorides that didn't eat cars. There's a multi-million dollar idea/patent.

[@briansmobile1]

Thanks John!

[@sudd2685]

I’ve heard guys say right there also, thank you for your video, I think I’m going to try this method on my duramax fuel sending unit

[@inhocsigno9151]

Good video. Like the additional support. A YT method shows tipping the bed to rear, not sure how that compares to side. Maybe be harder. I took my bed off as the bed needed some major de-rusting, and one of the captive nuts in the channel broke free and spins. Fuel pump was OK but a mouse ate thru the ground wire on the fuel pump pressure sensor.

[@briansmobile1]

Good catch! What year was the truck?

[@Stroker36]

Worked great... was able to knock this out in my driveway in about an hour from start to starting the truck. Thanks!

[@briansmobile1]

Way to go buddy! You're welcome!

[@onagoodknight]

I did the same... Works great !!!! Thanks !

[@steve47mopar]

great video, glad to get a abit more info on this. so far so good with my original fuel pump but it is 13 years old now and may need replacing soon

[@juanyboo12345]

WELCOME BACK BRIAN I REALLY MISS YOUR VIDS WELCOME AMIGO

[@briansmobile1]

I did too! So I made sure it didn't. Fear is only useful as a motivator. So I use it for that- and move forward after making the necessary preparations etc.

[@GioGuitarDude]

Nice. Getting ready to install a stronger fuel pump on my tacoma to supply the fuel needed for the new turbo :D U DA MAN Brian!

[@geraldlebovitz902]

Thank enjoyed your video, I think the tilt bed method look easier than dropping the tank. Love your shirt got one just like it.

[@opaka85]

management is so kind and thoughtful

[@zoomielife]

Awesome work, thanks for the very clear and informal videos. (Commentary is icing on the cake)

[@briansmobile1]

Thanks Chris! And you're most welcome!

[@samuelmcgill-rl3lb]

brian the ls swap guys have been having good luck with kemso pumps ,anyway ,happy trails .

[@ryansaunders5418]

Lol awesome method!! Your humor is also a great addition!!

[@dci762striker]

Thanks man, this seems way easier than dropping the tank.

[@SKINDIAN5000]

Down n dirty welding tips n tricks is an awesome channel!!!!

[@karlosaleman4770]

thank you very much for showing that video it's going to help me a lot actually my mechanic put a new pump he left it loose he came in tight the pump he broke the pump the wiring or something no I have to do it myself cuz he wanted to charge me again for making my own pump so that's kind of like no good but with this video I can do it myself now and not paying paying nobody again for a fuel pump thank you very much

[@Tater79bj]

I've got a nbs 99 Silverado, and have done 3 pumps on it in the last 12 years. I have tried bed tilted as you show, bed off completely, and dropping the tank. I actually think dropping the tank is my preference now. It was at least 30mins faster in my opinion. Plus, you gotta admit, it's pretty nerve racking sitting between the bed and frame no matter how well you support it ;)

[@robertfleisher8083]

Awesome video and great details as to what to do no skipping of steps. Like the how to'your doing keep it up!!!

[@stanleyharris6502]

Thanks dude man that was so much easier that dropping the tank.

[@briansmobile1]

Yes. And the middle one has a different means for securing.

[@pughconsulting]

I watched a guy replace the fuel pump on his 2000 Silverado by taking the bed off, but he had a tractor to lift it straight up with straps. Worked great, but this method looks just as good.

[@briansmobile1]

Cooling and padding for the front of my knees. I call them my "hot pants" they turn heads and I wear them in hot weather. I'd wear shorts, but my knees would get tore up.

[@briansmobile1]

Not a bad idea. I've never had sparks from that, but I like the thinking.

[@q1o2]

Thank you! This method worked great for me!

[@bluedawgcatfish9207]

Man Just did mine and Just removed all 8 bolts was the easiest way to do it the bed moved back and quick work super easy

[@Mr19391947]

Man you got it together....After watching the one with the box removed ....you made it look so easy!!!! thank you!

[@saltyraptor5681]

Well done!!!,just wait for my to came in,for Chevy 95,good video ,also aim going to try same tipped bed style pants,Thanks,Cervesa Helada y Salud!!!

[@Mr032Angel]

Nice video 👌 my pump just went out so instead of me going from the bottom gonna try it this way...

[@briansmobile1]

Thanks

[@CasmoD1]

Great video, but it would've been nice to see where you placed that jack stand "on there."

[@christopher3067]

You can see jack stand around 8:40 above/resting on axle outside of the frame.

[@bash5995]

Thank you for another great video Brian! I was kind of scared for you a little when you were working under the bed it looked like your head bumped up against the board holding the bed, i would hate for that to fall on you.

[@akennyd]

CRAP! Just put an airtex in my Grand Prix... Thanks for the video and the tilting bed idea!!

[@joelhrobinson]

thanks, I hated dropping the tank on my 90 Chevy K2500, so will try this method next time

[@ddmd80]

I have Chevy 1500 and will be doing the pump this way thanks for posting.

[@briansmobile1]

Thanks Pete!

[@sean.g4516]

Where exactly did you sit the jack stand ?

[@SteveRobReviews]

I thought Brians idea was slick but yours is a definite try on my next one.Thanks

[@briansmobile1]

I'll have to try it that way next time.

[@user-vi4zp6ly6j]

Thank you now I can repair a rusty break line that has shown itself. I'm think should I do my fuel pump since I'm there making a repair

[@garydiffley7809]

just did mine today a lot easier than dropping the tank

[@vurtch]

thanks for the video

[@juanyboo12345]

you welcome amigo

[@heatmizer1212]

i know what u mean.. shit drives me crazy too... we have 2001 1500 with 64k and the fuel pump crapped out 2 months after i bought it... this video helped.thanks

[@josephdesimone865]

AIRTEX WAS A GOOD PROUDUCT 30 YRS AGO,GOOD JOB BRO''

[@MustangGuy6501]

cool idea, thanks for all the how to's

[@eagle94haslanded]

I just changed out the filler neck on my k2500 they are 36.50 on ebay if you do a lot of these i would suggest keeping them in stock. It had big holes rusted in the top of it.

[@hearsejr]

Once I got my old pump out I found a short rubber hose connecting the pump to the fuel was ripped and failed. My truck would run but barely drive. Also it was surging when I ran the RPMs up and hold it there for a few minutes.

[@deeroda1]

Dude, I changed my fuel pump after researching on here for an easy way. I saw alot of people cutting holes in the bed of their truck, then I saw your video. And used your method and it went so easy, and saved me big bucks. Thanks for this video. And also letting people know the size of the bolts holding the bed down. I was about to cut a hole man im glad I found your video. Many Thanks.

[@briansmobile1]

Way to go! Research is a smart way to get smart.

[@plusblood5101]

Awesome plan

[@katservices]

I done a 02 this way cause it had a full tank of gas. The one thing I did though was remove wheel and I have exposed rafters and used a ratchet strap to pull It up and hold it in place.

[@fabioapolinario1]

Great job and explanation !!! live and color from here.thanks again

[@isaacpratis5084]

I've tried the bed off and tank drop methods, from the looks of your video with just tipping the bed, holy sheep shit Batman, that is a helluva lot easier!!! Will be trying this very soon!!!

[@ReaperLSX]

thanks for the video, i have a 2000 blazer put in a new airtex fuel pump about 7 months ago and when i turn the key it makes a loud noise from the fuel pump

[@davidrivera1888]

Thanks for the video you saved me a lot of time and money