255 inline pump help

Jeef · 09-14-2013, 09:49 PM

Can't remove the fuel pump screw cap. tried pounding on it for hours now. Any suggestions?

AWil335i · 09-14-2013, 10:12 PM

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Can't remove the fuel pump screw cap. tried pounding on it for hours now. Any suggestions?

Soak in WD40 of PB Blaster for hours.... hammer around the entire edge and be patient.... it took a while to get mine off.

Jeef · 09-14-2013, 10:20 PM

I soaked the thing in pb blaster since 3 today and have been hammering it for 4 hours. It's not budging

AWil335i · 09-14-2013, 10:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Jeef

I soaked the thing in pb blaster since 3 today and have been hammering it for 4 hours. It's not budging

I saw somewhere there was a huge socket/wrench available. Maybe you'll need one of those to create enough torque to get it off.

Jeef · 09-14-2013, 10:47 PM

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Originally Posted by AWil335i

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Originally Posted by Jeef

I soaked the thing in pb blaster since 3 today and have been hammering it for 4 hours. It's not budging

I saw somewhere there was a huge socket/wrench available. Maybe you'll need one of those to create enough torque to get it off.

Socket or wrench that fits over the screw cap? I tried using a 19 mm socket and extension but no use

3000GT MR · 09-14-2013, 10:51 PM

I used a huge pry bar and was able to get some leverage. The had to use a big hammer and order a new hat and ring

buster84 · 09-14-2013, 10:53 PM

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Socket or wrench that fits over the screw cap? I tried using a 19 mm socket and extension but no use

I had the same problem. It took me 3 hours. I just didnt hit it hard enough. You probably have alot of dirt and grime keeping it sealed. One thing that (seemed) like it helped was opening the gas cap to let air inside. If its pressurized inside it will make it much harder to turn.

Use a flat head with a big tip and hit it really hard with your rubber mallet. It took me about 5 good hits then it popped free. I also tried soaking in PB for 3 hours and nothing lol.

Also make sure that your turning it counter clockwise.

Jeef · 09-14-2013, 11:52 PM

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Originally Posted by 3000GT MR

I used a huge pry bar and was able to get some leverage. The had to use a big hammer and order a new hat and ring

I might just do this. Where did you order the new parts?

Thanks for the helps guy ill give everything suggested a try.

07tundra · 09-15-2013, 02:59 AM

Me and my son hammered at the sametime on opposite ends obviously going the same way and it cam off no problem. Prior to that it was just me and it was not moving at all!

3000GT MR · 09-15-2013, 05:07 AM

The ring from trisher. And brand new fuel pump assy from eBay.

Tony@vargasturbotech · 09-15-2013, 10:51 AM

You are just not shocking it enough to get it loose. Soak it then get a pry bar, the end on those is wide enough to get good engagement on the teeth on the ring, don't use a screwdriver. Next hammer choice is key, rubber mallet is a terrible choice, not enough weight or shock when you strike the bar, a baby sledge is the best choice. Once you have the right tools, don't keep hammering the same spot, go from one side to the other and top and bottom, some are really really stuck and you might end up ruining the ring but it will come off. Hope that helps

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Jeef Lieutenant Colonel 388 Rep 1,945 Posts Drives: AW E92 335i Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: San Diego, CA iTrader: (6)	I soaked the thing in pb blaster since 3 today and have been hammering it for 4 hours. It's not budging
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07tundra Lieutenant Colonel 119 Rep 1,525 Posts Drives: 8.1L Chevy 2500hd Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: New Mexico iTrader: (9)	Me and my son hammered at the sametime on opposite ends obviously going the same way and it cam off no problem. Prior to that it was just me and it was not moving at all!
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3000GT MR Major 265 Rep 1,392 Posts Drives: 09 335i/3000gt vr4 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Sav GA iTrader: (6)	The ring from trisher. And brand new fuel pump assy from eBay. __________________ Have a single turbo and/or tired of burning up O2 sensors? Ask me about the new ADV O2 sensor retro kits! 335i 2010 e92 M-sport Mods: VM Top mount 6466, Aquamist HSF4 w/custom direct port. VRSF IC + Exhaust 335i 2009 e90 665RWHP VFF900 ST RIP .
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Tony@vargasturbotech Banned 136 Rep 1,202 Posts Drives: N54 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	You are just not shocking it enough to get it loose. Soak it then get a pry bar, the end on those is wide enough to get good engagement on the teeth on the ring, don't use a screwdriver. Next hammer choice is key, rubber mallet is a terrible choice, not enough weight or shock when you strike the bar, a baby sledge is the best choice. Once you have the right tools, don't keep hammering the same spot, go from one side to the other and top and bottom, some are really really stuck and you might end up ruining the ring but it will come off. Hope that helps
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