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SU fuel Pump
Posted: Sun Mar 22, 2020 12:04 pm
by alawrence10360
So it’s stop working this morning
Even tapping it isn’t doing the trick
Power is there and I have removed the cap and it’s trying but the points are buggered I think
I’ve removed the nut holding the earth side on and was hoping the points assembly would come out but it held in some how
It lifts from one side but I can’t see what’s holding the side closest to me
There is a small hinge pin that I may be able to pull out that would release it I think
The pump is still on the car btw
Any thoughts
Re: SU fuel Pump
Posted: Sun Mar 22, 2020 12:26 pm
by alawrence10360
There was a small screw which when undone released the points
The assembly can be hinged back 90degrees to give good access
I think I need to get some new points..,
Re: SU fuel Pump
Posted: Sun Mar 22, 2020 2:02 pm
by philthehill
Re: SU fuel Pump
Posted: Sun Mar 22, 2020 2:26 pm
by alawrence10360
My pump looked a bit ropey and the cap was cracked and now it’s broken altogether
So I’m thinking replacing it
I did get it going but the engine is running roughly so I think it’s intermittent
There appears to be 2 types , one is electronic (aua66e)
There’s £30 difference in price
Is it worth it and what’s the difference?
I can’t see any part numbers on mine
Re: SU fuel Pump
Posted: Sun Mar 22, 2020 2:42 pm
by philthehill
This is what you need.
https://www.morrisminorspares.com/fuel- ... ts-p830613
Personally I would try MMOC Club Spares. See latest Minor Matters for details.
Re: SU fuel Pump
Posted: Sun Mar 22, 2020 2:55 pm
by alawrence10360
I have tried to contact the Club and await a response
I’m thinking the electronic one may not have points
What to you think ?
Re: SU fuel Pump
Posted: Sun Mar 22, 2020 3:01 pm
by philthehill
The standard SU fuel pump with points will last a very long time if looked after.
Electronics - more to go wrong that cannot be home cured.
The one shown in your listing above is negative earth only - is your car negative earth?
AUA66 is the non electronic type and is of dual polarity.
Re: SU fuel Pump
Posted: Sun Mar 22, 2020 3:39 pm
by alawrence10360
Negative
The club got back to me with a price of £60 recon
Apart from points I cant see what there is to recondition
I will have a think
Re: SU fuel Pump
Posted: Sun Mar 22, 2020 4:06 pm
by philthehill
The valves, the diaphragm, the fibre washers etc all need tender loving care for the pump to work correctly and efficiently.
Personally I would go for the club spares fuel pump - also I would begrudge paying more than necessary to get the car back running.
Re: SU fuel Pump
Posted: Sun Mar 22, 2020 7:09 pm
by oliver90owner
the cap was cracked and now it’s broken altogether
So I’m thinking replacing it
Admittedly a ‘misquote’ but I would not be replacing the whole pump for a broken cap. There is likely a file on ‘thingiverse’ to 3D print a replacement cap.

Many scrap pumps have a serviceable cap and not many pumps are total scrap!
Re: SU fuel Pump
Posted: Mon Mar 23, 2020 12:30 pm
by paul 300358
Before purchasing a pump ensure that the diaphragm is resistant to E10 petrol.
Re: SU fuel Pump
Posted: Wed Mar 25, 2020 9:37 am
by alawrence10360
I’ve ordered a replacement and also a new set of points so I have a spare
Anyone have an old pump or a cap going spare ?
Re: SU fuel Pump
Posted: Wed Mar 25, 2020 10:25 am
by jagnut66
Before purchasing a pump ensure that the diaphragm is resistant to E10 petrol.
Hi,
I have had a little hunt and can't find a replacement diaphragm for a Morris Minor pump that specifically states it is E10 resistant.......
Best wishes,
Mike.
Re: SU fuel Pump
Posted: Wed Mar 25, 2020 1:23 pm
by paul 300358
Hi Mike
Have a look at
https://www.sufuelpump.com/products/aub-6098-diaphragm. You may have to phone and ask at places like Burlem but they are available.
Cheers
Paul
Re: SU fuel Pump
Posted: Wed Mar 25, 2020 7:42 pm
by jagnut66
You may have to phone and ask at places like Burlem but they are available.
Thanks for the link Paul.
Definitely something that will be going on the shopping list, prevention being better than cure.
Best wishes,
Mike.
Re: SU fuel Pump
Posted: Wed Mar 25, 2020 8:04 pm
by paul 300358
Don't buy the one in the link!! I only put that one on to prove that you could get E10 resistant diaphragms and that you should ask the question.
Re: SU fuel Pump
Posted: Thu Mar 26, 2020 7:10 am
by RobThomas
I've just rebuilt a pump and it makes a tick that would impress the clock in Big Ben. Sounds like a gremlin smacking the bonnet with a mallet. All the others have a nice gently clack that you can't hear at speed 9until you run out of fuel). Has anyone else had this?
Re: SU fuel Pump
Posted: Sat Mar 28, 2020 10:30 am
by jagnut66
Don't buy the one in the link!! I only put that one on to prove that you could get E10 resistant diaphragms and that you should ask the question.
Now you've got me worried, as I have bought the one in the link.............
Are you saying they are dodgy??
Best wishes,
Mike.
Re: SU fuel Pump
Posted: Sat Mar 28, 2020 10:55 am
by paul 300358
Sorry Mike, I should have said don't buy the one in the link without first checking that it will fit your pump.
Best regards, Paul
Re: SU fuel Pump
Posted: Sat Mar 28, 2020 11:17 am
by jagnut66
Hi Paul,
It looks the right type but I have emailed them to confirm that it will fit the SU AUA66 fuel pump used on Minors.
Best wishes,
Mike.