1996 ls wont start

[MT-2500]

Originally Posted by GirlBear

Ok its def the pump. And we've decided to cut a hole in the top thru the floor. Cause im not even tryin to "F" with jackin it up and empty'n the tank and messing with all that gas. Also the gas lines and wires sound soooo intimadating. Does any one know where i can get a pic of the top of the actual tank. Just so i can map out where to cut. Thinkin about cut'n to the opposite side of the fuel lines. then bending the piece backwards away from the tank.

Girl Bear
I would advise against cutting into the floor board to get to it.
I know it is a pain to drop the tank.
But the best way out.
Cutting into the floor board may be a dangerous operation.
And you may even have a cross member in the road.
Good luck
MT

[blazes9395]

This is a 4 door truck, your tank is on the inside frame rail not at the back....cutting it probably would be harder than just pulling the tank. Now that I think about it, its almost impossible. Its probably easier, and a whole lot safer to just pull it and get it done that way. Good luck!

[GirlBear]

Originally Posted by blazes9395

This is a 4 door truck, your tank is on the inside frame rail not at the back....cutting it probably would be harder than just pulling the tank. Now that I think about it, its almost impossible. Its probably easier, and a whole lot safer to just pull it and get it done that way. Good luck!

I understand what ur saying. And Im not afraid to get a lil or alot dirty. But Im afraid to break or over bend the fuel lines or damage anything i cant see as i lower the tank.

[GirlBear]

Iv'e decided to bite the bullet. I brought it to a mechanic 2day. Told'em to fix it 4 me. 1st time ever having another person actually fix my baby. Im nervous.

[BlazerBoyLT98]

I am sure everything will be fine, for a mechanic with a lift and all the correct tools it is an easy job.

[GirlBear]

Originally Posted by BlazerBoyLT98

I am sure everything will be fine, for a mechanic with a lift and all the correct tools it is an easy job.

a lil update sorry it took sooooooooooooo long.
Had a "Mechanic" replace my pump. $740 and it runs like shit now. all 3 of my o2 sensors are shot still leaking a gallon of oil a month. mech said he'd fix all problems. ya know while it was up there. mother f'er quoted me $500 charged me the $740 and didn't fix n e thing else. Then tells the guy who referred me i was a pain in the ass. he had my blazer 4 3 weeks so i called him a few times to check on the progress. F him. 4wd doesn't work n e more stalls. acceleration is no existent to the floor almost stalls and sometimes does. but i cant complain. lol. once i pay off this credit card purchase ill replace the o2s vacuum lines oil cooler lines oil filler spout and seal. all that should set me right again. he could have fixed everything else and ripped me off 4 much more. oh well his mistake.

[MT-2500]

Thanks for the update.
Sounds like that one was a bummer deal.
Sounds like you are going to have to DIY it or.
Give us all of the info on what it is doing or not doing and maybe someone can help you.
Or the other way out.
Good Luck either way. MT
A tip on finding a good repair shop.
Check around Ask around
Word of mouth.
Family friends coworkers neighbors business people and delivery people.
Mailmen and parcel delivery people get around and notice a lot of stuff.
Even a good parts house knows what shops are good and not good.
Chamber of commerce and better business bureau and city hall.
If you find a good referral to a repair shop go look them over and talk to them.
Look for a clean looking busy place with nice people running it.
Ask a few questions and ask about their qualifications and training.
Not all places have trained tech/mechanics.
If they do not find a place that does.
Even all dealers do not have all trained techs/mechanics.