Hello,

I know it can be frustrating when an electrical problem crops up especially since these old Volvos do not have very complex wiring.

Recently a new to us DIY customer came by describing a non operating electric fuel pump for his 1970 Volvo 1800E fuel injected B20.

He assumed it was a bad fuel pump and bought an non original replacement fuel pump online from another Volvo specialty shop which also did not work.

I sold him a used fuel pump which he installed and again the fuel pump did not work.

He came back and wanted to buy all sorts of parts to throw at the problem, but I was finally able to talk him into bringing us the car so we could do a hands on job of diagnosing his problem(s).

When the car came to use the owner had re-installed the new non original fuel pump back on the car.

It turned out to be a broken wire and because he had already installed and used the new pump he was not able to return it when he probably did not need a new pump that cost him over $200.00.

The cost of his repair at our shop including the tow was less than $200.00.

So you might consider getting the car to a shop that has someone who is familiar with your Volvo.

Short of getting the car to a professional, you could ask NICELY if a fellow brickboarder could come by and help you out.

Offering a good meal and a cool/hot drink wouldn't hurt either.

Good luck!!


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Eric
Hi Performance Automotive Service (formerly OVO or Old Volvos Only)
Torrance, CA 90502