fuel pump problems?

[chuck's]

Replacing the fuel filter more often and not letting the fuel level in the tank drop below 1/4 will aid in prolonging the life of a fuel pump.

[Muddman]

Just some quick advise if you decide to replace the Pump. If you have a somewhat level Grassy area you can pull your truck on then do the job there.
Take the bed off. Don't drop the tank. I did it myself by removing the 8 main bolts, tail lights and unclipped the wiring harnes from the bed.
Once loose from the frame, just slide the bed towards the driver side. The bed will move side to side much easier than foward to aft. Allow the bed to drop to the (grassy) ground and walk it up on its side then all the way over until it sits upside down next to your truck.
It's a breeze. I did the whole job in 2 1/2 Hrs by myself....Good luck!

[chuck's]

Thanks for the innovative proceedure for changing the fuel pump.For my suburban I will still have to do it the old fashion way.Drop the tank.I submitted this thread as preventive maintenance tip for the fuel pump.
Thanks,chuck's