Replacing the fuel pump in a 1993 Chevy S10 Pickup

[@heithheithinson2495]

You showed literally everything except taking out the actual fuel pump. It just skipped straight to being out while rambling about other stuff that isn’t taking a fuel pump out. Thanks!

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

Sorry about that... Thanks for taking a look.

[@BruceBoschek]

Yep, nothing seems to go smoothly, especially when it is to do with a vehicle and rust. I guess it's good that you're replacing the whole setup. It should last for some time and not give you anymore grief. Thanks for taking us along on the journey.

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

Bruce Boschek Thank you Bruce. I soaked it down with motor oil before setting the bed back down in place. It should last as long as I need it.

[@joelmccoin9727]

Hi, George, that was a bad one, makes me feel lucky, the pump on my 94 GMC was easy in comparison, but I did not have the rust and stuff to deal with. You be safe, all my best to your family..God Bless

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

joel mccoin Thank you Joel. You know the old saying, "All's well that ends well" is what I have hoping for.

[@tertessa]

You gotta love those S10's...I got 2 of them 1989's...the son has 1 1991....

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

tertessa My son has one as well, a little more of a beater than this one is and we just cut a hole in the floor to do his fuel pump last year. He needs a new bed on his anyway. Thanks for stopping by

[@SteppingStoneGarage]

Hopefully you get a good one so you don't have to replace it three months later like I did. I just replaced my ball joints last weekend there not too hard to do. While the bed is off check your brake lines. It makes it alot easier to replace them too. Love the S10 videos!

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

Stepping Stone Garage Thank you, I will be inspecting everything I can see while the bed is off and doing some mild cosmetic work too.

[@PrincessHeatherLynn]

Hey the fuel filter is under the cab okay it looks like a soda can and it's laying over sideways on the driver side under the cab.

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

Exactly right. Hope your project went well. Thanks for stopping by.

[@ramseyst42]

Nothing is ever easy George. Good luck. I drove a 1992 S-10 for eleven years. Replaced the gas tank once.

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

J Burton I have owned this one for less than one year, but it goes very nicely. I think some front end work is next in order. Thanks for stopping by JB.

[@Oldvet1946]

Isn't that the way it always happens George. One thing leads to another.. From one old vet to another, Have a Good Memorial Day my friend. Mike

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

Oldvet1946 Thank you Mike and I hope you have a great day too and thank you for your service to our country.

[@RustyGlovebox]

That one was a real wrestling match there George. Good luck on the install

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

Rusty Glovebox Thank you Lloyd. Just imagine my wife and I moving that bed. She is 65 years young and is only 5' tall...

[@mordoor5371]

Always the way .You start one thing and then it snow balls .O well good to fix it all now while its apart .Good luck George and take care .

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

Mordoor 53 More chores to do while it is apart and this will impede my procrastination.

[@jimmycruiserr]

Yep, that's a pain! Seems like every S10 has gas tank/pump issues at one point or another. I got lucky with that, my bro-in-law who owned mine before replaced the tank and did some pump work to, but now the lines are looking quite crusty and bad. Just another thing to add to the list!!

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

+Channel C.G.E. When we live in areas that use salt on the roads in Wintertime, we have to deal with this kind of stuff. It was the same for my old Toyota too. Thanks for stopping by and taking a look.

[@jimmycruiserr]

The Shade Tree Fix-it Man Yep... The struggles that come with living up north!

[@leonardoguardiola]

you my man have yourself a new subscriber

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

Thank you for stopping by and for subscribing to my channel. Blessings, George, aka, The Shade Tree Fix-it Man

[@CTspeedshop]

Don't you just love surprises George?

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

CTspeedshop Oh yeah, but not these kinds, though I should have expected this one. Thanks for stopping by Carlton.

[@NoPaintGarage]

fuel pumps are a real pain on those. Nice truck. i am actually searching Craigslist for one as a winter beater.

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

FullThrottle440 This truck was a Craig's list find to replace my faithful old Toyota 4x4

[@emmawold7083]

Just for future reference. I was going to replace the FP in my 1991 s10 2.5l since it took forever to start. It turned out that the plastic connector for 2 wires under the drivers side floor mat were badly corroded. Fixed the wires and the truck started right up.

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

That definitely wasn't the issue with my truck, though it might have been an easier fix. Thanks for stopping by.

[@wtbm123]

If not the pump issue , looks like you may of been close to a gas leak. A little pricey , but por15 works good to paint rusty tanks , but any thing at all will be good for that tank.

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

wtbm123 I will check into that, but isn't it a bit pricey? I am already in hock to the credit card company for the parts and that is not good. These kinds of repairs are never "in the budget".

[@wtbm123]

The Shade Tree Fix-it Man maybe a good place for Musti1 s wax ring idea

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

wtbm123 Now there is a thought. I also have a can of chain spray for motorcycle chains that is pretty thick (dump find) that might do the job. Thanks for the suggestions Terry

[@TravelisCulture]

Dude I thought this was fuel pump

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

It was. The fuel pump is in the tank under the bed, unfortunately. Thanks for stopping by.

[@Timsterfield]

Hey! Great video! I got my '90 S10, gonna be doing this real soon! Thanks for the video!!

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

Enjoy the process. This one is still functioning, but for my son now. Thanks for watching.

[@Blazer02LS]

When they are that rusty I cheat a bit. Leave the lines connected and use a small spot blaster to blast the rust off around the retaining ring. Then use a hammer and punch and go around the ring tapping it down to break the rust free. After that you can try to remove it. Once you get it out, and the new one in I like to spray the area with rusty metal primer and a heavy coat of paint over the entire tank, unless it's a newer one with a plastic tank.

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

***** This one was beyond "tapping" I am afraid. I hope this is my last one to do. Too many done already in the past. The paint is a good idea to protect it, or even some oil painted on works.

[@Fixinthatupvideos]

Them are a Lot of Fun

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

FixinThatUp I expect to finish the "fun" on Monday, Lord willing. Thanks for stopping in Stan.

[@hotrodj21]

hi can you tell me witch way the ring turns

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

Lefty lucy, righty tighty. Just like most jars. Hope this helps. You'll need a junk screwdriver or chisel to remove the ring from the fuel sender unit.

[@hotrodj21]

@@TheShadeTreeFixitMan thank you so much took 5 mins to get out. well not counting the bed lol

[@cigarcaptain]

Hi Georgr. I bought a 93 S10 and it has a couple of probs. The gas gauge doesnt work. So going to replace the pump and sending unit assembly and hope that fixes it. the gauge moves sometimes but never is it close to telling the truth.But first, the drivers bucket seat back is broken. so have to fix that and swap the pass. seat for drivers. seat is just in better shape. then on to the pump. have the garage wired but no door yet. Hopefully by winter. hehehe

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

I sure do hope you get that door on before Winter, Joe. Sounds like you have a fun project ahead with the little S10. You have the right idea about replacing the pump at the same time as the sending unit, no sense in doing one without the other for the amount of effort it takes. I hope all goes well for you.

[@cigarcaptain]

your video helped so thanks for that

[@joescheller6680]

my project turned into a problem as i was only able to get two of the bed bolts out rest are permanently seized from salt. so i just cut hole in bed. my lines have no fittings all have hose clamps, dont think that is original

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

My son had a similar pickup and we had to do the same thing with his bed, cutting a hole in the bottom. Hope yours turned out successfully. Thanks for stopping by.

[@thehowtostudios1980]

you cant just drop the tank?

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

Not on a truck from Minnesota and it's actually much easier to replace the pump through the top. No need to completely drain the tank, drop it, put the pump in then raise it back up again, when you can simply lift the bed and do all your repairs comfortably at waist height. Pickups are generally easier to do by lifting the bed. I did it on my Toyota pickup a number of years prior to this as well. Thanks for taking a look and the very timely question.

[@thehowtostudios1980]

@@TheShadeTreeFixitMan so with the 93 s10 assuming it isnt a rusty mess you could just drop the tank? this one has been sitting for a few years so i will probably just dispose of the old fuel. im thinking its the fuel pump

[@MrMach1]

Never fails one thing leads to another when we start working on these ole vehicles lol.

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

MrMach12004 Yeah, that is true. But isn't that part of the charm and challenge of working on them? Thanks Gary.

[@MrMach1]

Yes it is!

[@busman5429]

this sure speaks to all of us.. if i had the dollars from saying "well i got it this far i might as will go ahead and do $$$$$. Or wow did not see that , well should fix that now too. but the above is why we all love doing it need, we all need something more challenging than "Wax on Wax off. this is what we work to reach and that 1st ride when she done. Busman54

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

Dan Love You have too much experience talking like that Dan. LOL But you nailed it. Thank you.

[@cutworm59]

Going to be a much nicer pickup when you get done George. Do they make a plastic replacement tank for your rig?

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

cutworm59 I am not sure on the replacement tank, Steve, but this one is in pretty good condition otherwise.

[@patinocody]

Thank you! I have the same exact truck.

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

I'm glad it helps you in your project. Thanks for stopping by.

[@geargriden19]

That's not good but it happens. Replaced a fuel pump on a 94 ford explorer and it was a chore and a half. Have a good'n

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

geargriden19 They are never easy, but some are easier than others. Thanks for the visit Daniel.

[@1968hambone]

sometimes little projects turn into big ones bro....you'll get'ter done...i have no doubts!

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

RagaMuffyn Garage Now that it is apart this far, I am sure other things will be attended to in the process. Thanks for stopping by.

[@59chevt]

George hope the rest goes easy.

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

59chevt Me too, thank you.

[@ncautoman57]

Did I ever tell you I HATE RUST!! LOL I always hated working on vehiles from the rust zone. Take care

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

ncautoman57 I have no choice and it seems that I have always lived in the rust zone except when I was in the Navy in CA.

[@jamescraig3343]

I didn't expect you to have it already broke looses and jacked up you thanks for nothing

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

What were you waiting for? It's only 6 bolts and a couple of wires? Go for it man! thanks for stopping by and if you had come sooner you could have helped me to drop it back down on the frame...

[@Tec-Toolscom]

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[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

Thanks for the information. Hopefully this was the last time that I will have to do this kind of project. Next time it will be farmed out I think. I'm getting too old for this kind of work.

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

Looks like a great tool. I hope I don't have to do this kind of job again. I 'm getting too old for this kind of repairs. Thanks for sharing.

[@RobsPackanShine]

nice fix

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

RobsPackanShine I hope it will be when it is done.

[@RamblinAround]

Yeah, that's always a big job.

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

RamblinAround And I am making it bigger with some other projects along the way while the bed is up and out of the way. Thanks for stopping in Jeff.

[@jonathantorres7137]

my fuel lines behind the throttle body is leaking, tight both and still leaking

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

Maybe you can change the clamps to a different style or is the throttle body itself leaking? Thanks for stopping by

[@Davesroadsidescraping]

This is not a 1993 it looks more like a 1983

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

That's strange, I drove it for a number of years and it was always registered as a 1993? The body style was essentially the same from 1980-1993. Thanks for stopping by.

[@oldchevy4x4]

Sorry George, it seems you have luck like me!

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

***** Well, it isn't really a surprise, especially here with the rust issue because of Winter salt on the roads. Thanks for stopping in.

[@edengarcia3993]

how to find circuit for the fuel pump

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

Electrical circuit? At which end? What is your problem? Usually the problem is with the fuel pump itself, but make sure to check the fuse first thing.

[@jfsaccount]

why not just drop the tank??

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

It is more work to drop the tank than it is to lift the body and this way I didn't have to drain the gas or worry about breaking things in the process. Thanks for stopping by.

[@Fixinthatupvideos]

T=up George

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

FixinThatUp Thank you kindly sir

[@kevinflanagan2004]

Why did you not just drop the tank

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

Because it is easier to lift the bed than to drop the tank. With all the hoses and lines it is a real pain to drop these tanks, plus the strap bolts were pretty badly rusted. I live in Minnesota where rust is the state color and the favorite customizing trick... Only 6 bolts to remove to raise the bed and then everything is done standing up in place. Thanks for taking a look.

[@spanermantim]

Dang rust.

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

spanermantim It is a Minnesota expectation.

[@JBD0909]

is it a 4wd?

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

Yes sir it sure is. My son is now driving this little pickup. Thanks for stopping by.

[@JBD0909]

The Shade Tree Fix-it Man np and thank you for the quick reply. Have a nice day sir

[@grassmann028]

why don't you try actually getting to doing the job instead of just talking about it the entire time that would make your video a hell of a lot better

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

It's all done now. I'll watch your video when YOU do it. LOL Thanks for stopping by.