Ferrari Fuel Pumps Fixed for $1,500! The CAR WIZARD uses his magic to replace both pumps on this 550

[@IanHobday]

This is why a good mechanic is worth his weight in gold.

[@johnpalmer5131]

Yeah but you forgot to mention independent; you would not get this kind of service from a dealer mechanic no matter how skilled and knowledgeable.

[@redneck4528]

As rotund as the wizard is I'd rather have his weight in gold

[@bob-wo3ir]

The problem is finding one. It's like finding a unicorn.

[@RogerM88]

@@johnpalmer5131 the problem is that you're paying extra hours to the Mechanic learn how to fix the issue.

[@tombob671]

Yes sir!

[@miketeeveedub5779]

A German-engineered fuel pump made in China for a Korean car that was installed in an Italian sports car by an American in the US. Definitely an international effort. Good job CarWizard - you're a credit to your profession!

[@boggsty]

Mike TeeVee It’s becoming the second ISS for shure

[@YPO6]

Circle of life.

[@eppyz]

BOSCH fuel pumps are made in China? WTF?

[@lariwoo]

@@eppyz Didn't they used to be made in mexico?

[@TheAndre8900]

Probably fitted in some Fiat/Alfa Romeo too.

[@giovannibazzini1403]

I wish I knew an honest mechanic like the wizard

[@adelkheir]

If i were the owner of that ferrari i would have given the wizard at least half of what would have originally cost as a bonus to him.

[@nickmotsarsky4382]

"Wow, this mechanic that's always on camera is so honest!"

[@itsame1742]

Nick all you have to do is google his shops name and see he has 4.9 out of 5 stars. Not every single job is on camera.

[@NesconProductions]

@@itsame1742 Would say the 0.1 the garage missed out on concerned the final bill for work done. Not the fault of the mechanics involved in the repairs. It's the fault of the owners of these expensive cars who buy such & the poor design of these vehicle that can often require pulling the entire engine to make rather basic repairs.

[@norm1233]

Plot twist: this wad all Tyler and his idea for advertising and he's croked as a politician

[@notnoel8904]

I enjoyed his enthusiasm when test driving. He wasn’t giddy about driving a Ferrari. He was giddy that the job outcome was perfect. Nicely done, wizard!

[@gman3725]

You are a truly excellent mechanic. Most “mechanics” these days are simply parts replacers and do not use critical thinking skills like you. This is the prime reason I do all my own mechanical work.

[@SamA-xu9gy]

The customer wants the car as soon as possible, so the parts are completely changed

[@jpboileau5473]

I once replaced a VW Jetta TDI starter (dealer price: $400), with a $99 starter from the GMC parts department. The numbers cross-referenced. It worked.

[@troyjollimore4100]

Yep. Pulled the alternator from my old VW Golf and there was the Chrysler penta-star on the side of it...

[@nickpappas4133]

@@troyjollimore4100 really?what year golf?must not have been original

[@ericl452]

I've used some VW boxed parts on my 911. The only differences are the lack of a Porsche stamp on the part and the price.

[@wykydytron]

Plenty is stuff like that going around, that's why you should always search parts by number and not car model.

[@gallardogd560]

I used a first gen Mazda 3's MAFS on a Jaguar XK8. Worked perfectly.

[@Tool0GT92]

Guy with Kia Rondo: Yea it's basically a Ferrari

[@CarWizard]

Well, it basically is.

[@narvul]

My Alfa 147 uses the same ECU as some Ferraris.... just bragging.

[@namewithheld7835]

@@narvul 👏👏

[@stevemonkey6666]

My Tesla's electricity is basically the same as on Ferraris

[@crescentandstarglory]

LMAO! :)))

[@olivervigilia6351]

If only the new fuel pump could talk, it would definitely say "Yes! I'm going to be used in a Ferrari instead of a Kia!!!" 😂😂😂

[@uzivatel56]

Short life of hard work in Ferrari vs. long life on medium load in Kia. Yeah, so happy...

@@uzivatel56 *working life, as it's a weekend toy

[@TJWatson59]

It is things like this that underline the fact that experience and perseverance are great qualities....

[@charger19691]

The man that mentored me when I was becoming a mechanic told me that a real mechanic will always find a way to solve a problem on the vehicle he’s working on. A mechanic means so much more than someone just replacing parts on a car. The Wizard is one of those mechanics that will always find a way to solve a problem. He doesn’t give up. You just have to respect a guy like The Car Wizard.

[@tuomasholo]

Instead of saying “I saved money switching to Geico,” I started saying “I switched to the Wizard.”😃 Update: shortage of Kia fuel pumps across US causes price to skyrocket for Kia owners. Kia owners furious pumps now cost $1,500.😂

[@colinashby3775]

Tu Ho don’t tell Kia, you will have pay more

[@niccocowboymetoyer2972]

Hahahahaha

[@stevemonkey6666]

Now that stock prices are going down so badly, I am going to invest in Kia fuel pumps. They are my kids futures

[@testtest-ol3yi]

more like why did the urethane sock dissolve in such a modern car

[@michaelkrenzer3296]

@Ronald Smith so a Honda Accord or Subaru Forester?

[@sirsteele]

As someone who worked in the auto parts field for many years, mechanics like you are very rare, and valuable beyond measure! I worked on many projects over the years in which ingenuity either saved a bunch of money, or just plain made a repair possible on vehicles that were hard to find parts for... common sense and determination go a long way! Thanks, Dave... you are an inspiration! And you have a wonderful wife, too!

[@mikenormandy9250]

I wonder if they accidentally call each other Mr. and Mrs. Wizard around the house when they aren't filming a video? - LOL. Love your videos! I can't stop binging them while I am stuck at home!

[@chrisfi3d]

Only in the bedroom - I heard - could be wrong tho.

[@barryomahony4983]

Yea, they're pretty cute together.

[@Maus46]

The car sounded glorious. I got goose bumps when it first fired up. Plus it has the six speed gated shifter , Viva la Ferrari!

[@stuartbear922]

It had a wierd wicked start up sound.

[@Seegalgalguntijak]

You could even offer rebuilding these pumps for $500 or $600 a pop, and many Ferrari owners in the USA would take your offer gladly, instead of paying $1500 per pump.

[@tech4pros1]

Mail order pump rebuild, $650 a pump, $1200 for a pair. easy money.

[@gray7863]

I have a mechanic that has become a friend that is just as smart as the Wizard, but he is out here in So Cal where I live. I can't say how important it is to have somebody that is smart about the way they fix things . I have seen a lot of good mechanic's but only a couple of great one's. They are a rare breed that is getting harder to find. Great video mr. and mrs. Wizard keep em coming !

[@jd-kv9in]

Man, I swooned when I hear that Ferrari's sound at start up.

[@sh1rty]

such a beautiful car

[@LMacNeill]

I absolutely LOVE it when you can save money by finding the *exact* same part from the *exact* same manufacturer, but with a different label on there, so you save *huge* amounts of money! They're both *Bosch* pumps! One has a Ferrari logo on it, and one has a Kia logo on it -- but the *exact* same pumps! Save *thousands* and still have the job done *right.* That's the best feeling in the world.

[@joshboss5962]

As a fellow technician I love it when a plan like this comes to together. Well done Mr Wizard.

[@gremmann]

You my friend are a rare breed...an honest mechanic. I live in the St. Louis area and have mechanics I go to because I know they are honest. They are cousins and have been working together for the better part of 40 years. They have the same ethics as you and I appreciate them greatly. Keep up the good, good work. BTW, I work on motorcycles as a hobby and found parts cross references like you did save me a lot of $$

[@joebama5504]

My Kia has Ferrari parts :) My Ferrari has kia parts :(

[@asdf072xxp]

Yes, but change the order.

[@98triffid]

My Kia is paid for ...oh damn that doesn't work here

[@trenttrevorrow5648]

Well theres already loads of old Fiat parts in that Ferrari, so I'd actually prefer some new Kia parts ....

[@Dcc357]

Kias don't exactly have the best fuel pumps either lol. The Kia Souls always have bad sending units.

[@jmaxim80]

You are the second mechanic on KZbin now that have thought outside of the box to fix a car, eric o. Is the other one. Congratulations sir!!!!

[@apoplexic23]

"But now I have to test if the Ferrari's reliable in the long run." (Participates in Cannonball Race. And wins.) "But now I have to test it on Italy's roads since this is where it belongs." (Ships the car to Italy, tests it for whole year since four seasons are important." Customer finally wants car back. "Nah, the tires are down now. And since Ferrari tyres are that expensive...I've found Kia tyres. And I have to test them."

[@ralphlongo1975]

Hahaha

[@ricky-sanchez]

@@ralphlongo1975 Looks like lexus tires.

[@surfer5352]

Always glad to see Mrs. Wizard on camera helping! Shes awesome!

[@richardfuller5555]

I love that your wife is part of your team. You seem to be using Godly principles in your life and business. Great job!

[@tfkrekt]

The Wizard is awesome. I had a DPF sensor go bad on my Skoda Superb, which uses the identical 2.0 TDI engine as the Volkswagen Passat, the Audi A3/A4 and similar to the Audi A6. The part was $157 at the Skoda dealer. $238 at the VW dealer. I didn’t even bother asking Audi. All prices were excluding labour to fit the DPF sensor. I found the identical Bosch part (OEM) at a specialised auto parts import store for $53. It was literally one bolt and two small hoses on the side of the engine. Both Skoda and VW dealerships quoted me a minimum of 3 hours to get the part fitted. It took me 10 minutes. Just look a little further than the length of your nose when you need something repaired...

[@nv1493]

I can see Omega Ferrari Pump Rebuild/Exchange services coming out of this. Nicely done.

[@stevenbrown9566]

It is so refreshing/encouraging that there are still people with integrity and honesty in this world!

[@jake9705]

Great job, Wizard! I have so many coworkers who get excited when they **avoid** work. Refreshing to see someone get excited about doing **good work.**

[@GM-fh5jp]

This guy is the mechanic of your dreams. Patient, thorough, competent, and careful. This website should be required watching at apprentice mechanic schools worldwide. Imagine the improvement in workshops that would result...

[@armandogarciajr1478]

Your video on the 550 was very cool, love the way you present your info. Like the way you show that no matter the cost of the vehicle, it is still just a car and it can be fixed. Really liked the info on the pumps.

[@kentpellerin36]

You're are an amazing mechanic. Seems like you actually care about your customers. To come up with the solution you did unheard of from shops these days. Good work wizard

[@devon4520]

Man, Mrs. Wizard is killing it with the editing! I Like the time-lapses of seeing the work be done. More of those please!

[@alexknight1687]

Yes very impressive editing for sure 100%. I was thinking exactly that when was priming the pumps via ignition. No wasted footage of him walking from the back and sitting down etc etc. I bet he can direct a movie lol. Truely a Wizard for sure. Now if we can just get him into the white house and take over for trump. I bet the wizard would never suggest injecting bleach into our bodies.

[@lenstar01]

Love seeing Mr and Mrs Wizard teamwork

[@tonypacke6954]

I was waiting for the gum chewing sheriff parked behind those trees. "You in a hurry boy?"

[@eyebidder]

"Where's the fire boy?" "In your eyes officer"!

[@zloychechen5150]

like those old matt farah's videos wheere he would say he was doing "twelve miles an hour" hitting the redline in like 4th.

[@TonyJer04]

Honest mechanic. I hope I meet someone as honest like you in life.

[@ericprice3225]

It’s not just Ferrari’s either. My wife’s Volvo S40 was fixed using parts for a Ford Focus and saved myself nearly 50%, but it was exactly the same part number!

[@muumuumu]

A LOT of parts are shared across expensive/ cheap cars.. many people are unaware

[@WillyKidd]

Car Wizard is the best! The honesty and sheer quality of workmanship is unparalleled

[@27zacmaklea35]

Legend has it: The Car Wizard has a diary. It's called the Guinness Book of World Records.

[@nickmotsarsky4382]

Doubt it.

[@mikenormandy9250]

That was amazing!

[@SoWeird4U]

Legend has it: 1) Car Wizard can turn a Fiat 500 into a reliable car. 2) Hoovie gave him a working Lambo as a gift and he said: "take this piece of crap, i don`t need it" 3) Ford vs Ferrari wanted to feature Car Wizard as the English mechanic but they had to settle for some Hollywood actor. 4) The Wizard can make a 3 second car from some old GM parts and some screws from Amazon.

[@kevinjekyll1521]

This great sensible advice as always, no hype, just the honest truth. I used this process to replace a fuel pump in a Porsche, and it was a Bosch one too, these get shared across a lot of platforms for years, it saved me literally hundreds of dollars or more. If you have a mind to try these kind of things just listen to what the Wizard says, you can't go wrong. Psst don't let Hoovie see this, it will just encourage him to go out and buy even more damaged cars, knowing he can get them fixed on the cheap...

[@garycurry4600]

This is why I love your channel: out of the box thinking and solutions! Keep up the great work 😁

[@AlessandroGenTLe]

Same happened to my on my Suzuki 1000 motorcycle. Fuel pump corroded by trash ethanol. Spare part costing 700$ (they sell the whole assembly). Got a replacement pump for 35$, a proper new rubber hose (those that can stay immersed into fuel, which is SAE J30R10 spec), repainted the assembly with tankerite, treated the gas tank with tankerite, replaced the flange gasket, checked out the lines and cleaned the injectors and back on the road full power :)

[@beneldredge7766]

For the cost of one fuel pump he did the whole repair. That’s pretty cool!!!

[@carbeen2]

Mrs. Wizard is a wonderful addition to your show! You are the neurosurgeon of auto mechanics! Thanks for your thorough and insightful informational videos.

[@jibmaster]

Time to ad the Kia flag on the wall! Solid fix dude. That 12 cylinder engine sounding sweet!

[@Flies2FLL]

Parts cross-referencing is something that is done in the Porsche 928 world. You can use things like Ford Tempo motor mounts and an '88 Camaro V6 alternator on the 928, along with a whole lot of minor parts from Volkswagen. It pays to look up part numbers. What is funny is that I have no mechanical training whatsoever, and in 2006 I did an intake manifold refresh on my 928 to include having the injectors cleaned and flow matched, and when I put the system back together, I did exactly what the Wizard did when it came to looking for fuel leaks. No one taught me, it was just instinctive to me that I should pressurize the system a little at a time and then look at things and SNIFF for the odor of gas. Excellent excellent video!

[@revinot]

"Nice Car... whats the retail on one of those?..." "Nothing you can afford Pal...Kia-Ferrari"

[@lindanelson8400]

You do amazing work, fair, honest, and taking care of your clients. That 550 looks and sounds fantastic!

[@NWCI]

Most reliable Ferrari is one powered by kia fuel pump 😂

[@theylive2749]

To be fair, Bosch is German though.

[@tornadoz0ne]

He's a good guy. He does not just fix the car and take the money. He finds a way for the customers to save money as well. Wish I have an honest (and great) mechanic just like you wizard.

[@jaypers232]

For Every German car I’ve owned I always know somewhere out there is the same part for 1/4 the price

[@tepidtuna7450]

Ditto !

[@GlamStacheessnostalgialounge]

Unfortunately not the case in Europe, and also even more unfortunate for me, especially not for french cars.

[@muumuumu]

Never buy from dealer

[@FacuGonz3]

Totally

[@matte8441]

I once had a Mercedes that needed a thermostat. The dealer wanted $450 for the part alone. I was able to get the entire kit online for $120. And it’s a Mahle branded one, not some cheap Chinese brand. I service my own cars and the German cars I owned were no more expensive to maintain than the Japanese/domestic cars I owned.

[@RoyalFizzbin]

This is the best Car Wizard video I have ever seen. I involuntarily smiled when he revved that engine.

[@ralphlongo1975]

I'm surprised I haven't seen a Ferrari person complaining that it ruined the value of the car lol. It's like some of them need to spend extra money to feel better about themselves.

[@OMGWTFLOLSMH]

Yeah, lots of knobs are sticklers for originality, but who cares about something that is perfectly functional and unseen. I've done lots of repairs like this, jury rigging something with a non factory part to save hundreds, or more.

[@gregorytimmons4777]

@@OMGWTFLOLSMH Thing is, it's the exact same pump. Cross referanced it is the exact same part number. What really costs is the Ferrari logo on the plastic bag the pump comes in. One way in which Ferrari continues to clean house after the sale. Since most Ferrari are sold to people expecting to pay thru the nose for everything.

[@FacuGonz3]

Maybe people who actually doesn't own a Ferrari. Or maybe an old italian guy. Lol

[@kris8742]

The same part number whats to complain about just wth an up dated filter.

[@bryanstevens5901]

Using the exact part, numbers matching isn't rigging. It's not bending to the boutique price gouging that horse on packaging demands.

[@BA-gn3qb]

I like that you actually take the time to research money saving options, along with upgrading parts when you can. Great Job!

[@12yearssober]

I run into this all the time in HVAC. I always look up numbers and cross reference.

[@johnsebastian5378]

My favorite kind of repair! Saving ton of money AND most likely a more reliable repair than factory with our ethanol fuel. Great work Mr. Car Wizard!

[@superduty4556]

I traced some parts on my Trans Am and it turns out, almost all the parts can be used on a Camaro. Just incredible.

[@MarkusGrimm83]

Wow, what a revelation! 😄

[@ilukatube1972]

The Wizard sharing his magic.......generosity of spirit..well done !

[@slickgiraffe6650]

The excessive sound levels warning at 11:28 needs a beard and a wizard hat.

[@AnthonyJ350]

Problem solving and improving the design in a simple manner. Awesome job!

[@manuelvpr]

Now this is a Ferrari-Kia hybrid. It turns out a lot of parts can be crossed with several brands.

[@parnellhunter7165]

I did something similar on my the 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV-6 back in the 90's. From Alfa Romeo the ignition coil was going to be $400. I went to the local parts store and gave them the Bosch parts number. The coil was only $32. Great job getting this car back on the road at a reasonable price.

[@rwdplz1]

Imagine going to a Kia dealer and being quoted $1500 for a fuel pump

[@apoplexic23]

What was the beginning? Imagine going where?

[@tuomasholo]

lol true😂!

[@norm1233]

@@apoplexic23 lmao

[@paulsz6194]

Yes, they would tell you “ but you’re getting Ferrari performance “ to justify the price! 😂

[@TMGQ]

Would the Kia use dual pumps?

[@William93ITA]

The approach you have from the inspection of the car to the actual fixing is great! Wish there could be more mechanics like you around! Greetings from Venice (Italy) :)

[@dilligaf0220]

The 550 is my favourite modern Ferrari. And as soon as I was almost able to afford one, the prices skyrocketed. Last Ferrari designed to actually be used, sigh.

[@rayspickler5247]

Nice to see a shop that actually fixes things, instead of just replacing parts. Old school baby! Nice video.

[@andyparsley3744]

Wizard i need you in the UK my 335d has been a nightmare your just the man i need to sort it out, fancy a trip to Lincoln city we got to castle and a cathedral. Lol. 👊😷✌

[@nickmotsarsky4382]

I mean, wtf did you expect buying a 335d??

[@BestAnswer12549]

I'm pretty sure he giving up on most BMW

[@ReviewedByAndy]

Nick Motsarsky Scotty Kilmer be like

[@GRfourfun]

Nick Motsarsky Exactly 😂😂😂

[@bpfifa08]

It's like they say... You say a new BMW is expensive, try buying a used one

[@Seanjones1990]

Great job mate and the fact you made a video and was honest about it all instead of pocketing all that profit and just telling him u fixed it for 4k like most would of

[@HP-mx6jb]

Next replace Hoovies Lamborghini fuel pump with one from a Toyota Corolla 🤭

[@nvkulk]

Hector Pujols rev up your engines

[@98triffid]

I don't believe Toyota even offers a replacement pump for my 1993 anymore. When it eventually fails it will be Jimmy rigged together with a Walbro pump

[@pfsantos007]

@@98triffid 255gph or whatever it is, way too much fuel lol!

[@malachy1847]

@@98triffid The Rub is that those older Toyota built Cars don't fail, great quality control back then before those overly engineered Tupperware cars hit the roads, with all too many computers fired into same and even putting plastic parts buried inside the engines ... going brittle with the heat and breaking off with vibrations .

[@98triffid]

@@pfsantos007 They make other ones. This particular Denso unit is "fancy" in that it has 2 different flow ratings based on how much electricity you throw at it.

[@johanbjork1650]

I have a Porsche 911 from 92. You'd be surprised how many spare parts are identical on similar aged Hondas (air con) Alfa Romeos ( idle valve) Audis ( brake light switch) etc. The list is long. The price is right. This channel is on my top ten viewing list. Really inspirational for driveway mechanics like myself.

[@qrm8772]

Kia to Ferrari. How do you like me now?

[@altergreenhorn]

or bosch to bosch

[@NesconProductions]

Says a lot about Ferrari that they are charging $500 for a fuel pump that they are getting from Bosch that cost them probable $50 or less. No wonder these cars depreciate like a stone. Beautiful no doubt, but like the dumb blonds they attract similarly very high maintenance.

[@jundialhaqiqa9907]

@@NesconProductions They are screwing people over by making them think the part is worth that much because they are driving an exotic car.

[@shhhdontshout]

@@NesconProductions thats how it works pal. If a billionaire owns a ferrari and ask for replacement and told it cost just 50usd most likely he felt, its poor product. Just like any aftermarket product,ie exhaust system, mustang with a v8 stll cost less than ferrari exhaust system even tho they used same and less material (since ferrari engine at the middle). But why? Cause if ferrari or any multi million dollar car owner heard their exhaust system upgrade cost same as mustang/any affordable v8 they might think its not good, poor quality or simply they not into cheap product for their million dollar rides. Its just how it works.

[@dainsmart6237]

@@NesconProductions that's why they use Bosch parts if it was an Italian pump it would have rusted with in a fortnight lol

[@JoeyP322]

I’m not a Ferrari owner, nor am I a mechanic, but I truly enjoyed watching this full video. Another awesome video!

[@CaptainFeathersword]

"Let's head back to the shop".....didn't you see Ferris Bueller?....you could have spent the afternoon doing some serious burnouts.

[@lincolnguy1991]

This is the reason you so awesome! You tell it like it is with integrity and honesty. Love your videos. You are a true asset to your profession. Thank you for sharing all your tricks of your trade. I'm pretty sure I'll never need to work on a Ferrari but, this is something to always remember. Always cross reference part numbers once you get things apart.

[@Blazethebest3]

I’ll never own a Ferrari but I’ll have this knowledge just in case lol.

[@xr8rick]

What a beautiful car. My favourite Ferrari. Thanks for taking us for a drive.

[@RSx94]

This man could pull out the engine of Titanic and make it run with only Duct tape and WD-40!

[@n2vxc]

He is good but the car ninja I think is better...he isn't a god though

[@someonebald2022]

"If it moves and shouldn't use Duct Tape. If it doesn't move but should use WD40". That's about the total of my mechanical knowledge :D

[@tyroxis]

This is a great example of solving a problem in a creative way. Fantastic work !

[@TheFinancialAdvocacyPodcast]

Legend has it: Chuck Norris sends his cars to The Wizard.

[@meatrocket1]

David H. Kinder, ChFC

[@CumminsDriver100]

His cars wouldn't DARE act up on him tho...lol.

[@tarek307]

The car wizard really is a craftsman that loves what he does & does it with love, thats why he figures complicated matters out and finds ways to save his clients money in the process! Hats off to you sir

[@gapyrodawg5181]

The few dislikes are from Ferrari mechanics pissed this information got out😂🤣😂. Very cool video👍📼👍

[@Pete-z6e]

GA PYRODAWG , mechanics don’t benefit from high priced parts, manufacturers and dealers DO.

[@superduty4556]

@@Pete-z6e then why to mechanics mark parts up? Oops.

[@alexknight1687]

No it's scotty kilmer and chris fix leaving dislikes from made up accounts.

[@andyn46]

Alex Knight definitely Scotty, but honestly I think ChrisFix is one of the most upstanding honest people on the platform. Scotty is just a cranky has been piece of shit who has said SUCH intelligent comments as you can’t buy silicone wiper blades at part stores because part stores want to sell you more blades. Dude has no clue what he’s talking about, I’m really baffled how he’s got an audience

[@racerboy2212]

Amazing repair!! What a great solution to the customers problem!! You’re awesome!!

[@jeffzekas]

Question: Does this mean that I shouldn't use ethanol mixed fuel in my GMC truck?

[@Vic9mm]

Jeff I believe that fuel sold in the U.S has 10% ethanol at most if not all gas stations. If you check pure gas dot org you can find locations where they sale pure gas but don't be surprised if you're no where near a place that sales it. Your GMC truck should be fine using gas/10% Ethanol mix but anything higher then that your vehicle should be a Flex Fuel vehicle.

[@TravisTLK]

Depends on the year of the truck. Modern vehicles that are built and certified can run E-85. Also depends on how often it sits. Regarless of the blend (E-10, E-15, E-85) Ethanol starts to go bad in as little as 1 to 3 months which can cause a lot of issues. I use as little as possible. I don't ran ANY in my small gas engines. Premium Non-Ox only for those. I started doing that several years ago. When I switch to ethanol free gas in my mowers, chainsaws, etc. I also stopped having fuel related issues.

[@1985toyotacamry]

@@Vic9mm in my area we have REC 90 and those suckers are super expensive

[@Whateva67]

Travis K yup,I only use chevron 94 in my chain saws,weedeaters and lawnmower now,started my mower up last week after almost 8 months, fired up first pull,17 year old Honda mower. Greetings from British Columbia

[@TravisTLK]

@@Whateva67 👍🏼 Greetings

[@dynamodbld4814]

The difference between a Mechanic and just a parts replacer. Great Job Mr. Wizard!!

[@ErikTheVikingMechanic]

Best way to check for fuel leaks is with a lighter. Always show if there is a leak

[@NoWr2Run]

I USE A TORCH, YOU CAN GET A LITTLE FARTHER BACK, IF THAT REALLY MATTERS ?

[@PARDS2]

ABSOLUTELY SUPERB WIZARD-------RESOURCING ABSURDLY PRICED PARTS TO MAKE YOURSELF LOOK LIKE AN ABSOLUTE HERO TO THE CUSTOMER!!!!!

[@seano51]

The Wizard is going to have a nightmare tonight about a leaking fuel pump :p

[@tommyguns14able]

Yeah you could tell his heart was racing on the startup

[@gerrycarroll2247]

Indeed a credit to your profession. Keep up the good work chief. It's a new Era of car mechanics and car enthusiasts, you're at the pointy edge of that generation.

[@dragonbrownies517]

Car Wizard: Fixes Ferrari with Kia parts. Ferrari: "Hey! You can't do that!" Car Wizard: "Actually, I can. Your part cross-references it." Ferrari: "Oh... Well, enjoy driving our well-built Maranello." Car Wizard: Goes for a test drive. "Weee!"

[@technician172]

I went through this about a year and a half ago for about the same price, except we opted to put in mounts from Ricambi since we were getting the main filters and gaskets from them anyway. We also balanced both throttles with a borrowed Leonardo. When the owner told us that he had spent over 25K at the dealer and a "specialist" trying to address the problem we realized that we were selling ourselves way too short.

[@rs-flamingo]

Now I can tell people my Kia has a Ferrari-derived fuel system

[@norm1233]

You shouldn't even tell people you have a Kia

[@1hondaluver]

​@@norm1233 Why shouldn't he tell people he has a Kia? When people bash on Kia/Hyundai basing their opinions on what Kia was in the 90's and early 2000's is just pure ignorance. I'd much rather own a Kia or Hyundai than many other brands, including ANTHING "american".

[@regazzoni6972]

No it is a Bosch derived fuel system.

[@OMGWTFLOLSMH]

I'm sure that would be a huge selling point, or even a great pickup line that many attractive young women would fall for, but the Bosch pump is German, not Ferrari derived.

[@bmartin7828]

My starter for my 4cyl s-10 was going to be $200, but I cross referenced the number and got a clean and new looking one off a Pontiac V6 minivan for $25 at a local U-Pull junkyard. I was proud of this but you sir take the cake for this ingenuity. Great stuff Wizard.

[@TheHoosierDrifter]

relax relax relaxing sounds. HEY MR WIZARD!!!! >:D

[@TheJohn8765]

It's a real pleasure to see a mechanic with a brain do their work. So many techs just follow their book knowledge and don't think beyond it and it shows the value that experience and intellect can have a real impact on the end result. I really wish you were working on my work car as I've had to do my own research on my car so I can suggest things to the mechanic my workplace mandates I take my work car to. They're idiots and can't think outside the box.

[@JimmyVaught]

“Ohhhhh yeahhhuhh”

[@1985toyotacamry]

Reminds me of GT4 with that porn music when you fail

[@Tripp426]

No wall-busting, but still sounds like the Kool-Aid Man.

[@paulsullivan6392]

Well done sir. Damn skillful and clever to adapt the Kia fuel pump. Plus you were able to save the customer a boat load of money.

[@TheHoosierDrifter]

10 gallons and still reading low? Gonna have to sort that out Mr. Wizard!

[@1985toyotacamry]

Maybe it's a floater

[@gtametro]

why would he put more fuel in? the works done

[@rj.parker]

@@gtametro Normally you don’t get a low fuel light at 10 gallons with a 30 gallon tank even on a vehicle that gets 10 mpg. But maybe Ferrari does.

[@CarWizard]

RJParker Just took time for float to register. Its correct now

[@vincevassallo5385]

I have a 348 and we cross check everything, Most people don't realize that Ferrari sourced many parts from the automotive world and parts are shared by lots of manufacturers. Cool tip: Kia crank positions sensors are a direct replacement on my car. However, there are some that are Ferrari-specific and either they are NA, used or hyper-expensive as NOS. My car shares those fuel pumps but they are mounted underneath the car. You had it so much easier in that 550. I'm due for replacement of the rubber parts in the assembly that have been damaged by modern fuels. Can't wait for that project.

[@CarWizard]

Vince Vassallo Thanks for the input Vince. Very cool.

[@77nizzova53]

I changed my fuel pump in my van for $35

[@remasher]

Yeah but it isn't a Ferrari van.

[@HiroNguy]

@@remasher Nor a GM.

[@apoplexic23]

@@remasher how do you know :-)?

[@norm1233]

Do you sit infront of playgrounds?

[@12yearssober]

Norm What’s wrong with that?😈

[@MrAlim5]

Very good job, but I do recommend to fill up the tank and recheck for leaks it could leak from the pump cover when having a full tank.