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Country Coach Restoration, Repair & Parts Forums => Country Coach Archive => Topic started by: Daniel on May 20, 2011, 01:04:51 pm

Title: Fuel Feed Pump
Post by: Daniel on May 20, 2011, 01:04:51 pm
Yahoo Message Number: 71095 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/71095)
My fuel feed pump leaks fuel for about a minute when I first start the engine and then stops. Has anyone ever had this problem before and should it be a major concern.

Thanks,
Dan

2004 inspire #51093 ISC Cumins 350
Title: Re: Fuel Feed Pump
Post by: Larry F on May 20, 2011, 01:17:25 pm
Yahoo Message Number: 71097 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/71097)
Dan

I think you're talking about the lift pump and yes, mine has done that and I changed the seal. A year later, it started leaking again and I changed the seal again. That was 4 months ago and it's still holding.
I think anytime you have raw fuel dripping on the starter (my case), it could be dangerous if it ever ignited.

Larry, 03 Allure, 30856 W/Cummins ISL 370
Title: Re: Fuel Feed Pump
Post by: Intrigue11480 on May 20, 2011, 02:07:03 pm
Yahoo Message Number: 71099 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/71099)
Dan,

The lift pumps on the Cummins is a well documented problem since ULSD fuel was introduced a few years ago.
I replaced the gasket on mine about 3 years ago to stop a leak. It lasted for 2 1/2 years and started leaking again. I went back to Cummins for another gasket, and they said the gaskets were no longer available and had to replace the entire lift pump assembly at about $300.

The new lift pump is suppose to be less prone to leaks.
I would go ahead and get that pump replaced. The fuel leaking on hot engine parts could result in a fire.

Rob

2002 Intrigue #11480