D2 fuel pump Blowout. Why ???

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Originally Posted by gofer

hi folks. cut a long story short. bought a D2 td5 from deceased estate.
sold for parts as it had been cooked by the kids. top end beyond repair.
currently awaiting delivery of an engine i bought from Dazza of aztec 4x4 in w.a.
apart from all the other stuff i have to do , pre new engine, i decided to check out the fuel pump yesterday.
while turning over the origional motor it was making horrible noises.

removed it and look what i found. !!
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the pipe from the pump has exploded for some reason.

any ideas. ??

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just for the record.
found the correct fuel line to replace blown out one with.
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memory says it was about $25 for 30cm.
most good auto parts will get it in if they dont have it in stock.