Mine does this when the fuel filter clogs. I always carry a spare
pump and filter, just in case (and have used both on trips).   ...JMM

Justin M. Mayrand
1980 Westy "SuperVan"

On Mar 30, 2006, at 10:50 AM, David or Sally Jensen wrote:

> The fuel pump on my 1986  Vanagon seems to be making a louder noise
> and
> running  constantly. I plan on leaving on a lengthy trip tomorrow
> but am
> getting increasingly uneasy about the state of the device. Any
> advice on
> whether the noise means an impending breakdown. Thanks. David
>
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>
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