So there is no misunderstanding, this is the part I purchased from Amazon and received, directly from Carbole:
CarBole 42S Electric Gasoline Fuel Pump Universal 5/16 inch Inlet and Outlet 12V 1-2A 28GPH 2-3.5 PSI Operating Fuel Pressure 2-wire Design
Sold by: CarBole
Some history: I purchased my used John Deere Z425 mower from a local ad on CL with no guarantee. It ran fine and needed a few adjustments but I was happy with the Briggs Vtec 23 hp engine. It had plenty of power to cut the pasture grass which grows profusely in my back yard, apprx 3 acres.
That is until it stopped running suddenly and would not restart. Fuel available all the way to the carb, would start and run for a minute with a shot of gas to the carb throat but couldn't get it to run past that. The next day it started and ran for a few more cuts in my yard but soon the same issue.
Long story short, many hours fussing with the fuel solenoid, new fuel filter, new fuel lines, complete tune-up: I finally concluded that I had a 'flakey' mechanical fuel pump. It would pump fuel to the carb but didn't have enough pressure to push past the solenoid into the fuel bowl. It would stop pumping with the slightest pressure.
So I though about replacing the oem pump with a new mechanical pump but saw some blogs about converting the engine to an electric fuel pump. So I ordered what seemed to have the best replacement record at a good price point and ordered it from Amazon. Although a few dollars more than the cheapest, I've had excellent service making my purchases through Amazon.
The new pump arrived in brand new packaging, looked to be directly from CarBole according to the return address and invoice. I decided to install it where the mechanical pump was and it was almost a perfect replacement. I only had to elongate the mounting holes about 1 mm. I also brute forced my 1/4" fuel lines onto the 5/16" connectors on the pump.
I didn't check if it would self-prime but filled the pump with MMO to prelubricate it so it wouldn't have to overcome dry components in the pump. My fuel tank is designed to need self-prime capability as the fuel has to climb out the top of the tank and it worked first try.
It pumped a short time and filled the carb. It immediately started and I've put at least 2 hours of heavy mowing in knee tall pasture grass on this fuel pump. I intend to update this review after I run a couple of full cuts on my yard.
At this time, I'm very happy with this purchase.
| Brand | CarBole |
|---|---|
| Fit Type | Universal Fit |
| Vehicle Service Type | Car |
| Material | Metal |
| Item Weight | 421.2 Grams |
| Style | Diesel Fuel Pump 4-7 Psi |
| Auto Part Position | Bottom |
| Gas Type | Diesel |
| Operation Mode | Electric |
| Product Grade | Technical |
| Manufacturer | CarBole |
| Item Weight | 14.9 ounces |
| Package Dimensions | 5.16 x 3.62 x 2.87 inches |
| Item model number | CB-FP02-01D |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Manufacturer Part Number | CB-FP02-01D |
