That’s what I done I cut out an access panel then spot welded a one inch flange all around my panel cover sealed it and with a screw in each corner looks almost factory. Nothing wrong with cutting an access panel, I can change my fuel pump in 30 minutes 👍
It's like a conspiracy... not a single one of these videos does someone show putting the pump back in with out either a gap in the video of that or jump-cuts skipping over that process.
@@crazydadsgarage2344 I think you did! LOL. Instead of a glib answer, I'll actualy say something that might help someone with that issue (thanks for what you DID show). There appears to be a channel towards the rear that the assembly must fit into (I can't see it, of course). I Tilted the whole assembly to the right about 20 degrees and it moved in. Then, I tilted it back to normal installation position and pushed it in the rest of the way. Hope that helps someone. I've seen other people ask about this part, too. You may have to try various methods of rotating, but to know about what appears to be a channel for it to fit helps you know what has to be done.
Glad some of you like this method, but if I was buying a third or fourth gen and I discovered this I would pass it by. I have a 1991 Z28 with a 350 and I plan on the harder GM method.
if you could get a cut out from the junk yard 1 inch bigger on all sides from one thats junked would be best then you could mount/tack weld that onto the bottom of your junkyard cut out to fit in place perfectly then seam seal it all back onto the car
I also own a 1993 Camaro Z28, and I've had to replace the fuel pump twice. I would not recommend replacing the fuel pump in this fashion, because you're literally cutting a large hole into the trunk of the car, and that takes away some of the value of the almost 30 year-old car. To avoid this, I took the extra time and dropped the tank to gain access to the pump. While there is only 2 straps securing the tank to the body, you do have to remove the filler neck, remove/drop the rear axel assembly, and remove/drop exhaust pipe and muffler, in order to give yourself proper clearance to drop the tank. It took me about 4 hours, from start to finish, each time with a buddy and a case of Budweiser. 😋
No offense I actually would recommend what he's doing because the hell of a lot better than going through a bunch of work dropping your exhaust and fuel tank sorry but you're wrong and that's a professional opinion
@@JB-bo6yf I would disagree. It is the wrong way to do this type of work. The procedure that Chevy recommends to do this, is the way I mentioned and the least likely to damage the body of the vehicle. But my all means, if you want a shortcut and don’t mind the hole, have at it.
Major oversight from GM to make is that difficult. Makes way more sense to have an easy access in the first place, especially if the work is done properly and looks professional. IMO it’s stupid to make your job harder just to be able to feel like you’re a “true enthusiast.”
If engineers would do their job the oroper way. And actually followed their oath. This would not be necessary. But as it is...most people kiss corporate ass for a buck and dont do what is best for everyone and instead whats best for the company. I agree that car isnt worth much for the future with all this bad engineering anyway.
I just need help what hoses go where. I didnt cutt my car because I replaced the whole tank and fuel pump. Every video I watch just skip the putting the hose part. Its so anoyyin
That’s what I done I cut out an access panel then spot welded a one inch flange all around my panel cover sealed it and with a screw in each corner looks almost factory.
Nothing wrong with cutting an access panel, I can change my fuel pump in 30 minutes 👍
Also you don't always have to use a grinder to cut the panel out you can use aTinsnipper☺☺
It's like a conspiracy... not a single one of these videos does someone show putting the pump back in with out either a gap in the video of that or jump-cuts skipping over that process.
Definitely a conspiracy. All of us random you tube back yarders forged a pact to skip that exact same part of our videos! There is power in numbers!
@@crazydadsgarage2344 I think you did! LOL.
Instead of a glib answer, I'll actualy say something that might help someone with that issue (thanks for what you DID show).
There appears to be a channel towards the rear that the assembly must fit into (I can't see it, of course). I Tilted the whole assembly to the right about 20 degrees and it moved in. Then, I tilted it back to normal installation position and pushed it in the rest of the way.
Hope that helps someone. I've seen other people ask about this part, too. You may have to try various methods of rotating, but to know about what appears to be a channel for it to fit helps you know what has to be done.
GREAT VIDEO SAVES A LOT OF TIME AND MONEY😇😇
I agree!
Glad some of you like this method, but if I was buying a third or fourth gen and I discovered this I would pass it by. I have a 1991 Z28 with a 350 and I plan on the harder GM method.
Great DIY video bro👌🏾
Thank you sir!
if you could get a cut out from the junk yard 1 inch bigger on all sides from one thats junked would be best then you could mount/tack weld that onto the bottom of your junkyard cut out to fit in place perfectly then seam seal it all back onto the car
Sooooo...... What ended up being the problem as to why it wouldn't start????
Just curious did you ever get the camaro running and what ended up being the issue?
Sparks from the grinder could cause a fire if fuel is leaking up top!
Yep it could.
Really informative video
Glad you think so!
How did you know which panel to cut
Would have been nice to see how you unhooked the fuel line clip. You skipped right past the most important part
I also own a 1993 Camaro Z28, and I've had to replace the fuel pump twice. I would not recommend replacing the fuel pump in this fashion, because you're literally cutting a large hole into the trunk of the car, and that takes away some of the value of the almost 30 year-old car. To avoid this, I took the extra time and dropped the tank to gain access to the pump. While there is only 2 straps securing the tank to the body, you do have to remove the filler neck, remove/drop the rear axel assembly, and remove/drop exhaust pipe and muffler, in order to give yourself proper clearance to drop the tank. It took me about 4 hours, from start to finish, each time with a buddy and a case of Budweiser. 😋
I bet you don't fuck your wife so she's nice and tight for the next guy too.
No offense I actually would recommend what he's doing because the hell of a lot better than going through a bunch of work dropping your exhaust and fuel tank sorry but you're wrong and that's a professional opinion
@@JB-bo6yf I would disagree. It is the wrong way to do this type of work. The procedure that Chevy recommends to do this, is the way I mentioned and the least likely to damage the body of the vehicle. But my all means, if you want a shortcut and don’t mind the hole, have at it.
Major oversight from GM to make is that difficult. Makes way more sense to have an easy access in the first place, especially if the work is done properly and looks professional. IMO it’s stupid to make your job harder just to be able to feel like you’re a “true enthusiast.”
@@camarath4.0 absolutely AGREED😇😇💖💖
Fuel pump relay???
If engineers would do their job the oroper way. And actually followed their oath. This would not be necessary. But as it is...most people kiss corporate ass for a buck and dont do what is best for everyone and instead whats best for the company.
I agree that car isnt worth much for the future with all this bad engineering anyway.
What did it end up being
A fuel pump? 😂
@@ThatNofbody He never tells us what ultimately the problem was, apparently it was not the fuel pump.
Ended up chasing that problem all over the place. Ended up being a bad crank sensor.
crank sensor
What tool did you use to cut the metal?
I use a 4 1/2 inch angle grinder with a cutoff wheel for almost all of my metal cutting. Use caution and a little wisdom.
It's disturbing to see how many people have taken this short cut and weakened the structure of their car.
Go ahead and be disturbed. It doesn't significantly weaken the car.
Dude, get real....
@@crazydadsgarage2344 Well I don't want to weaken my car at all, Significantly or not.
I have a 95 camero, I cant see that car being of any value in the future, it's so cheap, and plastic ridden and the fuel pump goes out all the time
yeah pretty pathetic tbh
I just need help what hoses go where. I didnt cutt my car because I replaced the whole tank and fuel pump. Every video I watch just skip the putting the hose part. Its so anoyyin
I'd have spent the extra 2/3 of the time and not cut a freaking hole in my car lmao. wtf