Fuel pump source in the U.S.?
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Fuel pump source in the U.S.?
My fuel pump just went out on my '01 A8 and the only source I've found for just the pump (not the whole $990 assembly) is in the UK.
Does anyone know of a source in the U.S.? I need one quickly as this is my daily driver.
Thanks for any help.
Does anyone know of a source in the U.S.? I need one quickly as this is my daily driver.
Thanks for any help.
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/Genuine-Siem...be6a6b&vxp=mtr
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Thanks for the quick replies. I did some more searching and found a pump at a company called Python Injection. It turns out they're close to me here in Orange County so I'm going to give that one a try.
Does anyone know for sure if the gasket kit (part # 4d0 298 133c) is an absolute must or can the old ones be reused?
Does anyone know for sure if the gasket kit (part # 4d0 298 133c) is an absolute must or can the old ones be reused?
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A few notes:
1. If it's just the pump that's gone bad, and it actually has died, then the gaskets may be able to be reused. Try flipping the weird, metal, trapezoid-like one over if it doesn't seat right the first time.
2. If it's a little bit of both, (pump and suction) then replace it all, new gaskets and everything, and don't forget to "prime the pump" afterwards by filling up the tank. (this is the most likely scenario.)
3. Obviously, if it's just the gaskets, and the pump still creates the proper fuel pressure, without worn-bearing noise, then try just replacing the gaskets. Don't tighten everything down too tight, either.
4. MOST IMPORTANT, REALLY... The VDO pump is the ONLY one that will work with the saddle-bag config of our A8s. If a different company's pump fits in the housing, but doesn't have an absolutely identical interface and internal plumbing, it will be worse than useless, as it will waste your time to pull back out, return it, and wait for the correct one to ship to you. (mine got stuck in customs, and Spain is an E.U. country!)
1. If it's just the pump that's gone bad, and it actually has died, then the gaskets may be able to be reused. Try flipping the weird, metal, trapezoid-like one over if it doesn't seat right the first time.
2. If it's a little bit of both, (pump and suction) then replace it all, new gaskets and everything, and don't forget to "prime the pump" afterwards by filling up the tank. (this is the most likely scenario.)
3. Obviously, if it's just the gaskets, and the pump still creates the proper fuel pressure, without worn-bearing noise, then try just replacing the gaskets. Don't tighten everything down too tight, either.
4. MOST IMPORTANT, REALLY... The VDO pump is the ONLY one that will work with the saddle-bag config of our A8s. If a different company's pump fits in the housing, but doesn't have an absolutely identical interface and internal plumbing, it will be worse than useless, as it will waste your time to pull back out, return it, and wait for the correct one to ship to you. (mine got stuck in customs, and Spain is an E.U. country!)
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The part I ordered through eBay...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Genuine-Si...b#ht_678wt_827
from this seller...
http://myworld.ebay.co.uk/otomotech/...id=p4340.l2559
full disclosure: For some barely rational reason, I have this feeling like I need to disclose in this thread that, while I actually do work for Siemens, here in Spain, I in no way benefit from them making their aftermarket so damned expensive, complicated, and hard to come by.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Genuine-Si...b#ht_678wt_827
from this seller...
http://myworld.ebay.co.uk/otomotech/...id=p4340.l2559
full disclosure: For some barely rational reason, I have this feeling like I need to disclose in this thread that, while I actually do work for Siemens, here in Spain, I in no way benefit from them making their aftermarket so damned expensive, complicated, and hard to come by.
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Thanks for the quick replies. I did some more searching and found a pump at a company called Python Injection. It turns out they're close to me here in Orange County so I'm going to give that one a try.
Does anyone know for sure if the gasket kit (part # 4d0 298 133c) is an absolute must or can the old ones be reused?
Does anyone know for sure if the gasket kit (part # 4d0 298 133c) is an absolute must or can the old ones be reused?
I would only use old gaskets if I treated them with a good rubber restorer while out...and no cracks or deformation visible...good luck.
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Apparently so...follow up >>>
http://forums.quattroworld.com/a8/msgs/64317.phtml