silverider

1986 GL Wagon 362k

New fuel pump installed, and wagon is back on the road. Hope the new one lasts at least half as long as the original. Took a while for the fuel to make its way to the pump. Friend told me fuel does not usually fill the filter and pump, unless the tank is better than 1/2 full. ​Aside from trying a brake bleeder type vacuum pump(which I would try next time), does anyone have a method to flood the new filter? Thanks

Garester, I have a need for the Factory manuals that would cover the 1986 GL Wagon EA82 4wd. Will call in AM. I have a good home and need for them Mike

Hi Nickoli Sounds like you are on the path... My '86 GL is in about the same condition. Got about 2blks. from home twice last week. Have you tried the 'fuel volume' test. Outdoors work(for me)... I removed the line at the inlet of the carb, replaced it with a longer one to a metering can that I have, then cranked engine for 15sec. No flow on mine. Fuel filter was no help. Went under car( safety first - Jack stands and chokes at wheels) took the 2 pin connector loose from pump and had wife crank engine for 10sec. to verify 12v at pump. The rotation sensor will not power pump unless engine is turning. Have a new pump ordered. Let us know what you find. Happy hunting. Mike

Hi all, I have enjoyed reading about your cars and experiences. My urabus is a '86GL-dr5spd wagon 264k mi. daily driver, but she's getting tired. I live in the SE part of the Olympics in Washington. This car just seems to fit me and my needs, but I am going to have to come up with an economical plan soon and start moving towards being ready. The guy I take her to keeps asking me "how many miles on her now": read: when are you going to take my advice and get a newer model. I just braved a trail though rebuilding the Hitahci 2bbl. There are still many things I do not know about keeping this car on the road. Which is why the mechanic keeps getting the opertunity to work on it. I am greatful that he is availible, but I want to ween myself of that reliance. My other cars(none new than '77 detroit stuff) never seem to give me a case of stupid like my beloved little wagon. I have got a couple of manuals now(still do not have the fsm set yet). I have read a few bits about converting to a EJ22 motor. Is this the perfered newer transplant to focus on. Any thoughts about CCR engines out of Colorado? Then I would jut go with the stock refit and maybe a Weber carb. No smog testing here yet... Thanks to all, Mike silverider@aol.com