after time sludge (dirt rust etc) collects in the bottom of the tank and
blocks the tank outlet tube. Pump works hard  move fuel through the
blockage, and when it's working hard makes noise.

On Tue, Mar 16, 2010 at 9:04 AM, Melissa Mourkas <westywoman@mac.com> wrote:

> On Mar 15, 2010, at 12:25 PM, miguel pacheco wrote:
>
>>
>> If the pump is properly installed and it is making noise, it's
>> probably fuel starved. At 20+ years old,  you can look to the fuel
>> tank as the cause.
>> Miguel
>>
>>
> Can you explain how the fuel tank is related to the noise?  Thanks!
>
> Melissa
> '84 Westy Honey Bee
> Sacramento, CA
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