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51 MERC-CT · 02-07-2011, 07:51 AM

The correct pushrod is 10-1/16 inches long. When the lever cup is positioned on the rod you have to push the pump down into position to bolt it. (this is to overcome the the spring preload) Doesn't sound odd to me.

02-07-2011, 07:51 AM	#5
51 MERC-CT Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: East Hartford, Ct Posts: 5,898	Re: Fuel pump oddity The correct pushrod is 10-1/16 inches long. When the lever cup is positioned on the rod you have to push the pump down into position to bolt it. (this is to overcome the the spring preload) Doesn't sound odd to me.