Cummins Swap: Installing a FASS Fuel System to Make My 24-Valve Injection Pump Bulletproof [Part 15]

I install a FASS fuel system into my Cummins swapped 1995 GMC C3500HD to insure against injection pump failure.
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[@leer-winnobbeefarms2131]

Here's a tip on the heat shrink connection: cover your soldered connection with the dialectic paste before sliding the heat shrink tubing on, that way, when you shrink the tube, you protect the connection from corrosion and it also seals water and moisture out. Lee PS: Love your channel. Found you about a week ago and love the 95 C3500 build. I'm not quite caught up to were you are now, but I'm working on it! Thanks for what you do.

[@jsv.2932]

That truck is going to be so neat.

[@funonutube100]

Hey Waldo just a tip for you. When you get that engine running again I would suggest you run a few cans of Liqui Moly Diesel Purge through it. It will make a hugh improvement in how it runs.They also make an excellent oil specifically for high mileage Diesel engines. It's called Liqui Moly MoS2 anti friction 10W40. And no I do not work for Liqui Moly...lol These are EXCELLENT products that are well proven.

[@WaldosWorld]

Thanks for the tip! Liqui Moly (5W40) is the oil I use in my Volkswagen 👌

[@keith5031]

These vids are awesome. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays.

[@WaldosWorld]

Thank you! Merry Christmas!

[@dabofiron.itzsimplicity]

Merry Christmas & happy new year, brother

[@WaldosWorld]

Thanks, same to you!

[@dabofiron.itzsimplicity]

Waldo's World cheers .. even tho u called me out in one of your videos & called me joe biden lmao 😎

[@jeepinjohnny2898]

Yo - waldo. Neat vid but i couldnt believe you poured that fuel WITHOUT a funnel !!!

[@SPLavey7751]

Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a happy New Year! Definitely enjoy your series on the truck and the rest of your content. Always great content.

[@WaldosWorld]

Thanks, Scott! Merry Christmas!

[@funonutube100]

It's great that the FASS fuel system was already on the Dodge for you to use. It's a great upgrade and would have been very expensive for you to purchase. You did an excellent installation!!! Merry Christmas to you Waldo. I hope Santa brings you lots of fancy tools!!

[@WaldosWorld]

Thank you! Yeah, the dodge did have some “extras” that made it a better deal. Merry Christmas!

[@lorenmeyer5290]

Merry Christmas Waldo and family! Looking forward to more on the truck build!

[@WaldosWorld]

Thank you! Merry Christmas!

[@89Ayten]

Very good. Id simply use stainless clamps instead of zip ties, which will crack when exposed to thr outdoots in a year or two

[@j.c.smithprojects]

nice upgrade waldo. that fass fuel system is suppose to eliminate aeration in the fuel as well. most people never know that their lift pump has failed until they go to change their filter. the vp pump will pull enough fuel to keep running but not enough to keep it as cool as when fuel is supplied by the pump.

[@WaldosWorld]

Yep, I want this truck to be highly reliable 👌

[@TheCaperfish]

@@WaldosWorld reliable and VP-44 cannot be said in same sentence , Im looking forward to your P pump swap vid ,

[@motovid3865]

Cat filters are the best

[@sirkingdra]

I'm loving your 3500HD build man. I actually just had the Fass system with water separator + sump system installed on my LBZ Duramax a few months ago and its awesome. I find it really helps the truck start more effortlessly in the cold weather plus the extra filtration is good for the injectors and the CP3 pump.

[@WaldosWorld]

Thank you! Yeah, definitely a good upgrade!

[@sidmail8621]

I seen the video of you putting the fake rims on. Did you leave the red behind it or did you blacken the rims?

[@WaldosWorld]

Nah, I just left them red

[@timcanizares5240]

Fass are excellent pumps but I wouldnt use a Baldwin filter on my lawnmower

[@dainjohnson2308]

Used the same fast system in my Ford. It’s a bit noisy on remote start but works great. Happy holiday to you and your family. Looking forward to Range Rover project.

[@WaldosWorld]

Thanks, happy holidays to you as well!

[@73DiamondReo]

i see you turned the bucket the right way to pour it. for your zip ties clamp a vice grip, nose first into the lock and twist. the tail will come off flush with the lock and you won't have to worry about beating your hands or arms up if you happen to drag across the zip tie. I bought a project last weekend on my channel and its not an easy fix

[@WaldosWorld]

Good tip on the zip ties...those can be pretty sharp! Also, good luck with the skid loader!

[@jima9652]

You need to get a heat shrink gun. Kind of like a hair dryer but hotter. A lighter is not the way to go.

[@WaldosWorld]

Yeah, good call on that!

[@Farm_fab]

Black Tywraps are UV protected, while the white ones are not. I look forward to more on this truck.

[@WaldosWorld]

I didn't realize that, thanks!

[@akidonacouch]

Heya Waldo! Thanks for the early Christmas present! The truck looks awesome keep it up!

[@WaldosWorld]

Thank you! Merry Christmas!

[@tony4metallicaify]

Waldo as long as you keep good fuel pressure to that vp44 no less than 10 psi, the vp44 injection pump is a great pump, unfortunately the pump has a bad reputation due to the poor design of the factory lift pump

[@WaldosWorld]

That's the plan! 👌

[@genestarwind4610]

Not a big fan of soldering those wires. Solder fatigues very easy and breaks causing shorts. A heat shrink butt has better strength as it is less likely to deform.

[@gregholloway2656]

Merry Christmas, Waldo. I make electrical connections the same as you (solder/heatshrink). It’s the best way to guard against future failure. I used to use a lighter for the heatshrink, but have changed to a heat gun now, which seems a bit safer and more controllable. Do we viewers have to buy you a funnel for Christmas? Haha

[@WaldosWorld]

Haha, I have a funnel, but didn't feel like walking back to the house to grab it 😂. Merry Christmas!

[@chescabler2659]

I learn something new on each video each time I watch the same video. Huge fan ok did I just type that out loud? Lol

[@WaldosWorld]

Haha thank you! 😂

[@paulmartinez4804]

What is the part number for the hose and fittings from McMaster-Carr

[@95Z28A4]

I'm a firm believer in soldering and heat shrinking over crimping. I've replaced more faulty crimp connections than I can remember in the last 40+ years.

[@WaldosWorld]

Soldering for the win! 👍

[@Anna-xt8uw]

IMHO, this is an excellent video. You describe everything so accurately. -Gus

[@WaldosWorld]

Thanks, Gus!

[@joshp.2237]

Solid advice for the electrical splicing, I will just say for those that don't have soldering iron etc bare butt splices with heat shrink is the next best thing. Also for heat shrink I recommend marine grade shrink with the hot glue stuff inside

[@WaldosWorld]

Good advice! 👍

[@collinscuts629]

That sure will be one nice truck when your done.👍

[@Onry1]

The job wouldn't be complete without zip ties...

[@peteschiavoni]

Great video Waldo!!! Love how you explained the FASS System. Glad to see you using Baldwin filters. They make amazing stuff. Highly recommended for all engine filtration. Those and Wix are all we ever used on all engines and never had a failure or issue. I wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy New Year!!!

[@WaldosWorld]

Thanks, Pete! Yeah, I usually use Wix filters, but the Baldwins were cheaper, so that works for me! Merry Christmas!

[@soil-aint-dirt4903]

I really enjoy watching your videos. Fun, no fluff, and really educational...with lots of tips and tricks along the way! Very best to you in 2021!

[@WaldosWorld]

Thanks, all the best to you as well!

[@36browneyedman]

I love your will to over come and using what you have and making it work! From using ratchet straps to pull an engine hoist to working on a dirt floor shop your awesome and inspire others to not give up! Merry Christmas!!

[@WaldosWorld]

Thanks! I certainly hope to be an inspiration to others. Merry Christmas!

[@rynely1]

Or did you go with Baldwin because they are red🤔

[@cliffweatherbee6914]

What size fuel tank is that??

[@WaldosWorld]

31 gallons 👍

[@redlinepaul410]

You shouldn't drill on top of the frame because its the structural strength of the rail. It will break from the point from the axle suspension. I have seen many people do that and end up doing frame repair down the road. When you see holes to top of frame its cold punched holes not drilled.

[@WaldosWorld]

I didn't think of that, good point!

[@redlinepaul410]

@@WaldosWorld those chevy frames were noting but trouble their was recall for their frame.

[@SchneiderClassics]

great job installing the fuel system and putting it in a spot you can swap the filters in the future

[@siemenscs]

Waldo, I really like your channel great content. However, I do believe that bolt is way too long and the end rubs on the other line 3:48. Also maybe a funnel can be useful 13:11 :) I really love this truck. I wish you best of luck.

[@ryanpoloski4322]

I would have just p-pumped the 24 valve.

[@lionelsilva7356]

Hey I was just wanting to ask about the 3rd line on the tank. What do you attach to that? Thank you in advance.btw awesome channel and very informative🤙🏼

[@oliverhall4714]

Hello Waldo, I have just started watching this series and it's a great one, I am really enjoying! I have a 1998 GMC k2500 with 6.5l my self. However I'm currently living in Europe and my truck is back in Canada, this kinda stuff keeps me going. I did notice that you used the stock fuel pickup tube. In my experience and from previous research this stock tube a starve even the 6.5l. Often people put an in tank sump or larger pickup tube as well as removing the in tank filler sock as you nolonger need it with the fass system. If you do find your self working on the fuel tank in the future it might be something to consider. If you really want the best option, Leroy diesel sells an upgrade sending unit with better fule level sensor aswell. Who knows, it might be something you have already done in a future episode but I figured I would share anyways. Take care and thanks for the great content!

[@scottrlynch]

Merry Christmas to you too Waldo.

[@dregenius]

Oh man a diesel swap in the Land Rover has me more excited than a kid on Christmas!! 😂

[@WaldosWorld]

They offered a pretty decent V6 diesel as an option in Europe, not not here in the states. It should be a cool project!

[@dregenius]

@@WaldosWorld oh I know they did... is yours from the BMW era? BMW has made some *astonishingly good* inline 6 diesels! Not sure what diesels LR used before BMW though, but I assuming yours is from before BMW since you said V6...

[@dregenius]

@@WaldosWorld also I've become well aware of how much better Europe has it with regards to modern, efficient diesels with long service lives, in any kind of car you want instead of only 5 ton pickups and bigger... and even then only as a $20k option, with the 19 liter 225 hp V8 pushrod gasser that gets 1.5 mpg being the default choice. Ughhhh 😂😂😂

[@canadianentertainment]

Merry Christmas

[@WaldosWorld]

Merry Christmas!

[@85square]

Merry christmas! and thanks for making these awesome videos!

[@WaldosWorld]

Merry Christmas to you!

[@keith2860]

just a thought. if you blow a u-joint at the rear axle, the first thing the drive shaft is gonna murder is that pump.

[@WaldosWorld]

That's a good point. I suppose I could build a guard for the pump so it doesn't get damaged. In the meantime, I did check the U-joint to make sure it's tight so it doesn't fail any time soon

[@keith2860]

@@WaldosWorld chances are it wouldn't happen but a drive shaft hoop could solve that my friend. this truck is looking awesome and i just was thinking about how that would really suck after all the work you've done.

[@apaulothegreat1581]

My mistake on the filter. I should have watched the video further.great job man

[@bobbywright2100]

You should include the parts, the part numbers and the manufacture you order the parts from. so we can get the same thing if we are doing an engine swap. just a suggestion

[@apaulothegreat1581]

Water separator should went on the first

[@LatinDanceVideos]

dang. I can't imagine working in weather that cold. I'm in sunny Queensland Australia. We _never_ get snow.

[@WaldosWorld]

I actually *almost* prefer the cold weather. During the winter, we have no bugs and no excessive heat and humidity. As long as you wear warm enough clothing, it's a nice break from summer 😂

[@seansysig]

Fyi only use UV rated zip ties.

[@robertsimpson7113]

Have you never heard of a funnel???

[@stevesalvage1089]

Merry Xmas waldo ,!! great filming .look forward to land rover project i have one myself ,

[@WaldosWorld]

Thanks, Steve! Merry Christmas! Very cool, what kind of Land Rover do you have?

[@stevesalvage1089]

@@WaldosWorld I have 1971 short wheel base petrol 2 1/4 litre , it's crazy to drive but addictive , also in family various early diesel petrol variants and a rare gulf war 101 cab over with 3.5 V8 his that's just fun to drive ,

[@WaldosWorld]

Oh wow, that's really cool!

[@johndebrular979]

We always used Wix filters.

[@jnic2003]

did you use regular oil to lubricate that fuel filter and water separator?

[@WaldosWorld]

Yep, 15W-40

[@jnic2003]

@@WaldosWorld I've always been told, you should never lubricate a gasket or seal with anything but the fluid it will be in contact with

[@keith2860]

@@jnic2003 engine oil or atf without friction mod is better to lubricate the filter seals than fuel, an extremely small amount of engine oil wont matter anyway as diesel is oil. an old cummins like that wouldnt care if there is a little oil in the fuel.

[@chravisyouto261]

What is the outro song?

[@WaldosWorld]

It's Baila Mi Cumbia by Jimmy Fontanez

[@chravisyouto261]

Thanks.

[@WhiskeyGulf71]

Thanks for the videos & have a Merry Christmas Wally.

[@WaldosWorld]

How’d you know my friends call me Wally?! Merry Christmas!

[@WhiskeyGulf71]

Here in the UK we don't have "where's Waldo" we have "where's Wally"

[@jacobnicoletti1235]

Ready for that first test drive. Good work

[@WaldosWorld]

Thank you! I'm so ready to get this thing on the road -- it's been a big project!

[@yinn2yang]

keep up all your hard work... looking great

[@johnhamilton9229]

Ok I subscribed.

[@jayroberts636]

I know this is an older video but I hope You see it you should get the Wix filter for the water separator you can drain the water out of the filter it has a valve on the bottom

[@WaldosWorld]

I got the Baldwin which has a drain. That reminds me: I should open it up an check for water, especially since it's been sitting for a while 👍

[@williamdalbey4867]

Merry Christmas Waldo!

[@WaldosWorld]

Merry Christmas, Bill!

[@ypopnun1003]

Merry Christmas Waldo

[@WaldosWorld]

Merry Christmas!

[@travelingbadger]

MERRY CHRISTMAS WALDO

[@WaldosWorld]

Merry Christmas!

[@JREACHER1954]

👍 Xmas a day early! Yesssss

[@WaldosWorld]

Merry Christmas!

[@billy123174]

Nice

[@rivers5665]

So when’s the SAS coming?

[@jerryferguson5461]

Merry Christmas, Waldo!

[@WaldosWorld]

Merry Christmas!

[@mikesumrall764]

Merry Christmas

[@WaldosWorld]

Merry Christmas!

[@jaredmayer3960]

I can’t believe that there’s a single mounting bolt...unreal.

[@WaldosWorld]

Yeah, it does seem a little weird in my installation (as long as you say "that's not going anywhere", it'll be fine 😂), but on a Dodge pickup, it works well when mounted using one of the bed mounting bolts 🤷‍♂️

[@aceinternational4788]

Oh yah a diesel swap in a Range Rover would be cool i recommend a mercedes diesel om 617 or om 606!

[@WaldosWorld]

Good idea on the Mercedes engines! 👍

[@austinlindell7071]

Always crimp automotive too much vibration for solder to hold long term

[@tboner_mercury]

I ran Baldwin or Amsoil exclusively in my 2002 duramax and it hit 990,000km.

[@WaldosWorld]

Nice, I'm glad to hear good things about their filters!

[@MrCummins93]

On my fass pump there was place to plug electronic for fuel gauge to save t ing the line

[@WaldosWorld]

Oh, interesting! I’ll have to look into that!