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Is there a rebuild kit for an Oldsmobile fuel pump?

Is there a rebuild kit for an Oldsmobile fuel pump? Fuel pump rebuild kit for 1949-54 Oldsmobile 303 and 324 V8 engines with AC 9294 dual action fuel pump. Kit contains all necessary seals, gaskets, springs, valves and diaphragms to rebuild both fuel and vacuum sections of your pump. How much does a fuel pump rebuild kit cost? A core deposit of $150.00 applies to all rebuilt pumps shipped out in advance of our receiving your rebuildable core unit. Fuel pump rebuild kit for 1949-54 Oldsmobile 303 and 324 V8 engines with AC 9294 dual action fuel pump. Where can...
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What kind of ignition system does a GM 3.1L have?

What kind of ignition system does a GM 3.1L have? The ignition system is the one responsible for creating and delivering spark. Without spark, the engine will crank but not start. The ignition system of the GM 3.1L, 3.4L equipped vehicles covered by this article use a distributor-less ignition system. More specifically, it uses a coil pack type ignition system. Bad ignition control module (ICM). Can a GM 3.1L mini van not start? Your GM 3.1L, 3.4L equipped car or mini-van is a complicated machine but, not impossible to diagnose/troubleshoot it when it doesn't want to start and run. The...
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How to change a spark plug in a 4.3 S10?

How to change a spark plug in a 4.3 S10? Changing #3 sparkplug in a 4.3 S10 - YouTube This spark plug is the difficult one of the bunch, not that the others are all that great either. You are best off removing the front wheels and going in thr... This spark plug is the difficult one of the bunch, not that the others are all that great either. How to change spark plug in 1998 Chevy Blazer? 5/8 sparkplug socket, swivel, extension and ratchet. So far, of the many S10's I have done plugs on I've never had to...
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Which is the only Corvette with a double overhead cam?

Which is the only Corvette with a double overhead cam? And it's a good list, aside from the outright omission of the 1990-1995 Corvette ZR-1. That's right, the Corvette dubbed "The King of the Hill" by Car and Driver, and the only Corvette to ever be powered by a double overhead cam V8, is not on Dan's list. What was the only official Corvette engine not made by Chevrolet? Not only was it a nearly completely hand-made engine, the LT5 was the only official Corvette engine that was not built by Chevrolet. Chevrolet used the Morrison Speed Record ZR1 in...
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Where can I get a new Avalanche key?

Where can I get a new Avalanche key? For Chevrolet Avalanche vehicles that are older than ten years, there are no codes available. So, an automotive locksmith is your only option to get a replacement key. For Chevrolet Avalanche vehicles equipped with a transponder system and/or remote, intelligent key, or fob key, codes are available. What should I do if my Chevy Avalanche breaks? Generally speaking, you have three options: First, call an automotive locksmith that offers a mobile service for Chevrolet Avalanche cars. We can help you with this option. Second, have your car towed to an official dealer....
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Can a faulty ignition switch cause an engine not to start?

Can a faulty ignition switch cause an engine not to start? Faulty ignition switch. To confirm your engine is not starting because it has no spark, you can do any of the following to check for spark: CAUTION: Secondary ignition voltage can shock you. Do NOT hold or touch a spark plug wire while cranking the engine. What to do if there is no spark at the ignition coil? Check for voltage output at the ignition coil. Disconnect the ignition coil wire from the distributor and install the spark tester to the wire and ground the tester to the engine....
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Do locksmiths reprogram keys?

Do locksmiths reprogram keys? Professional locksmiths have an experience with every type of key, even electronic ones. They can reprogram them, remove existing keys from the car's computer, etc. When there is something you need from your security, it is always best to trust the professionals that deal with all kinds of security. Can you program keys with Icarsoft? It's supposed to be able to program keys, reset adaptive values and actuate components as well as the normal ecu read erase stuff. It's also not set for one particular vehicle. Can I program a key? Programming a Single Key Insert...
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Why does my car not start in cold weather?

Why does my car not start in cold weather? In cold weather, engine oil becomes thicker and doesn’t flow as well, so moving the engine parts through it is harder. That means that your battery, which has been weakened by the cold, actually has to do more to get the engine moving so it can start. Reason 3: Cold weather can cause fuel problems What happens to an engine in cold weather? In cold weather, engine oil becomes thicker and doesn’t flow as well, so moving the engine parts through it is harder. That means that your battery, which has...
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Why are my injector cups not coming out easy?

Why are my injector cups not coming out easy? If it has carbon buildup in the cup around the injector, it just means the copper washer didn't seal completely. Sometimes the cups come out pretty easy, it all depends. But, if they come out easy, they probably weren't loc-tite'd in to prevent the issue from happening. Why are my injector Cups leaking on my LB7? When pulling the injectors all the cups came out with the injector. Could this be where the pressure is coming from? Very well could be. Leaky injector cups and a head gasket issue can present...
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What causes gasket to leak in GM 3.1 liter engine?

What causes gasket to leak in GM 3.1 liter engine? GM 3.1-liter and 3.4-liter engines are known for intake manifold gasket leaks. Most people call it the dexcool gasket leak. But it’s not caused by dexcool. It’s a faulty gasket design that’ll happen regardless of which coolant is in the engine. The GM 3.1-liter and 3.4-liter V-6 engines are known for some problems. What causes an intake gasket on a Vortec to leak? Leaking Intake Manifold Gasket The intake gaskets on the LB4 and L35 vortec’s are very prone to going bad which results in engine leaks, overheating, stalling, etc....