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Originally Posted by rickisrad
Another thing you can do is remove the unit and spray the contacts on the float gauge. I did this and it helped alot. I still have problems with it but I can see where the contacts are worn out in mine. I have 154,000 miles on it so it has been filled up a few times.
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Not a bad suggestion but cleaning the contacts very seldom works or may only work for a short period of time. Once the contacts at the float wiper are worn out the unit should be replaced. Otherwise, the job will have to be redone.
What alot of people don't realize is GM has a level sending unit/float kit that can be purchased and installed separately without having to purchase the complete fuel pump assembly which is expensive around $300 plus dollars. The kit is available for around $85.00.
Here is one I did in approximately 1 hour total time:
