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Jul 21st, 2025 | | | | Joined: Jul 2020 Posts: 4 Moderated | | Moderated Joined: Jul 2020 Posts: 4 | I own a '59 GMC 100 with the 4.4 inline six engine. I am trying to locate a new fuel pump, which appears to be a Airtex 531, but can't seem to find one available anywhere. Any help or suggestions would be appreciated!
1959 GMC 100
| | | | | Joined: Nov 2002 Posts: 2,715 Carburetion specialist | | Carburetion specialist Joined: Nov 2002 Posts: 2,715 | Probably the best source for fuel pumps is "Then & Now Automotive". They are located in the Boston area.
Jon.
Good carburetion is fuelish hot airThe most expensive carburetor is the wrong one you attempt to modify. If you truly believe "one size fits all," try walking a mile in your spouse's shoes!The Carburetor Shop | | | | | Joined: Feb 2001 Posts: 4,109 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Feb 2001 Posts: 4,109 |
Ron, The Computer Greek I love therefore I am.1954 3100 Chevy truckIn the Gallery 2017 Buick Encore See more pix1960 MGA Roadster Sold 7/18/2017
| | | | | Joined: Sep 2010 Posts: 1,955 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Sep 2010 Posts: 1,955 | | | | | | Joined: Mar 2014 Posts: 4,209 Moderator, Electrical Bay | | Moderator, Electrical Bay Joined: Mar 2014 Posts: 4,209 | CarbKing gave you some good advice. My bet is your pump failed because of ethanol-laced gas. What you'll get from "Then and Now" to rebuild it will be ethanol resistant. I'll also bet if you buy a new Airtex pump it has a really good chance of failing for the same reason. Around 2014~2015 Airtex sent all pump mfg to China and Mexico. Good luck!
~ Jon
1952 1/2 ton with 1959 235 | T5 with 3.07 rear end
| | | | | Joined: Aug 2017 Posts: 566 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Aug 2017 Posts: 566 | Then & Now Automotive.
Very Friendly. Pretty fast turn around time too. Give them a call.
I am a customer for Life.
Todd
1950 Chevy 3100
| | | | | Joined: Aug 2020 Posts: 22 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Aug 2020 Posts: 22 | The fuel pump on my 216 has started to leak out the weep hole on the bottom side of the case. The parts store lists a replacement for my truck, but the pump arm that contacts the cam lobe goes down instead of up. Does anyone know if this will still work? Its a Carter M751 | | | | | Joined: Mar 2014 Posts: 4,209 Moderator, Electrical Bay | | Moderator, Electrical Bay Joined: Mar 2014 Posts: 4,209 | Is it possible to rebuild the pump currently in your 216? If you're wanting to continue with a mechanical pump, this might be a better alternative. I can not tell you where the Carter pumps are made for certain, but on other forums people believe they're made in China. And those may not have any resistance to ethanol blended gas. If you'd be interested in changing to an electric pump, I can tell you the one I've used for over 20 years with good luck. It is made in China, but most of them are and this one doesn't mind ethanol in the gas.
~ Jon
1952 1/2 ton with 1959 235 | T5 with 3.07 rear end
| | | | | Joined: Aug 2020 Posts: 22 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Aug 2020 Posts: 22 | Thank you. I was able to find another option. Airtex 429. Where can I get a rebuild kit from? | | | | | Joined: Mar 2014 Posts: 4,209 Moderator, Electrical Bay | | Moderator, Electrical Bay Joined: Mar 2014 Posts: 4,209 | Then & Now Automotive. Here you go...http://www.then-now-auto.com/ Call them or send email.
~ Jon
1952 1/2 ton with 1959 235 | T5 with 3.07 rear end
| | | | | Joined: May 2001 Posts: 1,878 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: May 2001 Posts: 1,878 | An old fellow had converted a very small AD school bus into a camper. He was stopped on the street and was taking his new fuel pump off. He opened it up and found a check valve that had been put in backwards. After flipping the check valve, he drove right off. That was the first I knew that you can dismantle and repair a fuel pump.
1948 3/4-Ton 5-Window Flatbed Chevrolet 33 Years. Now with a '61 261, 848 head, Rochester Monojet carb, SM420 4-speed, 4.10 rear, dual reservoir MC, Bendix up front, 235/85R16 tires, 12-volt w/alternator, electric wipers and a modern radio in the glove box.
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