Fuel pump problems.

[zengrapefruit]

Hi, guys. I've just picked up a '72 with a 1275 engine in. I got it home and, because the battery wasn't too good, put another one on. Sadly, when I tried to restart it, the fuel pump didn't activate.

I checked the fuses in the box and they're fine but it may have an inline fuse that I can't find. (The previous owner didn't know as it was fitted before he bought it)

Should it matter:

the new battery is far more powerful than the one it replaced (more cranking amps)
both batteries are 12v
the fuel pump is an SU electric (with points). I can get a picture, if required.

Suggestions?

Thanks in advance, Neill

[Matt]

Is the earth any good on the pump? Is it an external pump? Have you tried tapping it gently with the ignition switched on?

[zengrapefruit]

Hi, Matt. Thanks for your response. Bit of a ghost-town this place. :/

I've sorted it now; all the wiring was fine, it just needed a bloody good clean inside.

I'll probably replace the pump, or the electronics module inside (it wasn't on points, it had been converted), just to be on the safe side.

Cheers.

[Matt]

No probs. Glad you got it sorted.
It has been quiet recently. hahaha