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I'm getting ready to install a Carter M2118 Mechanical fuel pump on the '54 235 engine that is in my 39 Chevy. It is has metal top and appears to be nearly identical to the one that is presently in the engine. It is my understanding that the fuel pump lever rides on a camshaft in the engine and that this may cause some resistance when tightening the pump to the block. Two bolts hold the pump to the engine block. Are there any tips or advice that might assist me in this installation? Can the pump merely be placed on the engine and the bolts snugged up to pull the lever in to tighten it to the block? All advice/tips that might help with the installation is appreciated. Gary Lovell #35178 Marion,l Ohio
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Hi Gary, Actually your project is not all that difficult. The cam can stop at several spots, which will produce varying amounts of pressure to position the fuel pump for the two bolts. So you may just have to place the pump in the hole and install the bolts, or you may have to use pressure to hold the pump in position for the bolts. Really, your most difficult part of the job, is to reattach the fuel lines on each side. DON'T CROSS THREAD THE FITTINGS. Good luck on your project.  
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From my experience I would second everything that Ray said.
My 1951 1 Ton is now on the road! My 38 Master 4 Door is also now on the road .
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Thanks for your advice and words of encouragement.
Gary L.
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I agree with all the advice above. The only thing I can think of is to turn the crankshaft until there is minimum pressure from the camshaft lobe and to put a thin smear of grease on the pump's shaft that contacts the lobe, as well. While installing a fuel pump is simple, it also can be one of the most aggravating.  Don't loose your cool. Best, Charlie 
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I recently had a problem where I had to prime the new pump by pouring fuel from the filter end back through the pump. For some reason the new pump wouldn't pull fuel from the tank until then. Had me stumped. First thought was cam lobe since the old pump quit drawing fuel. New tank, new line. Now alls well
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