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#38529 Fri May 11 2001 06:25 AM
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For all of you who want to know what it costs to redo a pump I have it on a spreadsheet. Total was $1050
Breakdown:
Parts..$500
everything replaced that is repo'ed
plus new bolts, nuts, lock washers
Chrome plating ...$125
Paint and body work...$425
I'm sure this is low average, as this pump was complete and straight. I did all the disassembly, stripping, spray can painting, sand blasting and polishing. Also made a few parts that were not available such as hose retracting mech, face plate support bars.
Original cost of pump was not included but would be around the 300-500 dollar range from comparable pumps I've seen F.S.
Would I do it again, YOU BET!
I'll post the picture later tonight at: http://users.erols.com/corvair/pump.jpg
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#38530 Fri May 11 2001 06:52 AM
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This is why I have always said it is cheaper to buy a restored pump than to do your own.


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#38531 Fri May 11 2001 09:13 AM
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I here you, Jack, but then again, that assumes it's all about cheaper. Some of us are just project junkies and the price/reward can be worth it even if the return on investment isnt

#38532 Fri May 11 2001 09:36 AM
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ChevyGuyDan...very insightful estimate. Here at Vic's Place, when somebody brings in there pump, it usually runs about $1500 to restore it. Like you said, you did the assembly, so if you add in labor, $1500 is right about in line with your estimate.
I do agree though, unless you are reasonably good with machining or mechanics, you are better off to buy a restored pump. I talk to guys on the phone every day that have taken months to restore a pump, then others that take a week or two....

#38533 Fri May 11 2001 09:37 AM
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Well, I learned more about pumps and petroliana than I ever thought I would. I always prefer my work to others, and I did see several pumps in the sub $2000 range that wouldn't stack up to the one I did. I guess throw in about $1000 in labor and you could get a compareable pump. One additional piece of advice, take lots of pictures during disassembly.

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And Mr Sim,
I've always said this about restoring old cars, yet every couple years one seems to follow me home.
Dan


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