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Old 09-03-2012, 09:22 PM
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i think my truck is gunna need a lift pump it started bucking once a while under load i replaced fuel filter seemed ok but 5th gear had lost power seems, and when i bump truck over i dont hear the pump, could this be the lift pump? if so imn going with a fass, the injection pump is pretty new. thanks guys
 
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Old 09-03-2012, 09:25 PM
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I would deff get a fp gauge on it
 
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Old 09-03-2012, 09:27 PM
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Yes, it could very well be the lift pump. Double check all your fuses and relays to make sure it isn't an electrical gremlin. Regardless of modifications or power, a good aftermarket lift pump is an excellent investment to keep your VP44 alive and happy. A fuel pressure gauge is also an excellent investment.
 
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Old 09-03-2012, 09:29 PM
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i got the fp gauge just gotta get the banjo bolt i checked fuses and relays all seem good, which ones should i check?
 
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Check the circled fuse and relay.
 
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i went out after i let it sit for about 30 mins and it kicked right on im wondering of the brushes are sticking once in a while the truck starts first time all the time and has the same power threw gear till 5th seems less idk maybe im freaking trippin ***** imma hook a fp gauge up tomorrow on the injection pump???

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well checked FP was at 14psi and didnt drop below 8 so im guessing that i had a little bad fuel or filter was cloggin up or air from some where
 

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Those numbers aren't too bad. Wouldn't mind seeing 18 to 20 at idle, and more than 10 at WOT.
 




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