If you find you do need a new pump, RockAuto has a Python one for $59.79.
Yes, there are alternative pumps, some of which have slightly different
inlet and/or outlet sizes, or different electrical connections, but the
Python one at RockAuto is about as cheap as you will get.

Ed

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From: "Ry" <rylincoln@GMAIL.COM>
Sent: Friday, December 31, 2010 5:14 PM
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Subject:      fuel pump replacement

> I just finished the installation of a 2.5 liter in my van, and I think by
> some awful coincidence my fuel pump went bad between taking the old vw
> motor
> out and putting the new Subaru in.
>
> I tested with a test light that I have power at the pump terminals and
> ...I
> do.  I also know for sure I have 7+gallons in my fuel tank.  I don't hear
> the "whir" sound when turning the ignition on.  If I pour a little fuel in
> the intake it fires up immediately!
>
> I thought I read someone saying there was a cheaper fuel pump that specs
> out
> for some other car(ford somethign maybe?) that works well...
>
> Am I dreaming this up? or does anyone know?
>
> thanks,
>
> -Ry
> http://www.google.com/profiles/rylincoln
>