Fuel Pump Pickup problem

[borg2468]

We were working on my truck, finally figured there was rust and junk all up in the tank and it needed a serious cleaning. Pumped all the fuel out and pulled the pump for cleaning. took the pump apart and cleaned the bottom part, we will call the pickup for the pump. While cleaning, there is a little piece that holds the small steel ball in the impeller drive, and it flew out. Can't find it. Now, here is the question, if you haven't figured it out. Can I get another Piece? Where can I get another little piece? Do I need to get another pump, or can I get another pickup assembly? Any thoughts are greatly appreciated.

Also looking for a Fuel Pump Mount Assembly (its terribly rusted), and Sending Unit (Float is Broke and missing, doesn't work any more), if anyone can point me in the right directions.

Thanks.

 

[Jeepsinker]

Order a new pump from ebay-$50- Keep your old pump as spare parts. You can clean the old hanger assembly up with muriatic acid or have it bead blasted. New ones can be had but they are quite pricey.

 

[machinist75]

Yes the one from beltfed on epay is a good deal at $50. Pick up a spare if you can.