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Old 07-14-2006, 10:33 PM   #7
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Re: How to replace a fuel pump for a 98 blazer

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Originally Posted by wilfie27
I cut a 2'X2' hole in in the bed but I did have to cut a cross member to lift the pump out. I only cut three sides and then covered it back up with some heavy sheet metal with some self tapping screws. Make sure you are over far enough to disconnect your fuel lines. I used a Black and Decker NaviGator with a hacksaw blade and it went through that soft metal like a hot knife through butter. (Like it was made to be removed) You can drop it if you like but this was much easier for me and the next time won't be so bad. BTW if you choose this method... you will need a TX50 Torx bit to remove the cargo tie down shackles, this will be the hardest part of the job, they don't want to come out.
So you cut a structural cross member and patched it with sheet metal and screws?

I wouldn't be bragging about that. You just weakened your frame.

BTW, the bed lift easily off, it is the Blazers that have to drop them.
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