1987 Johnson vro 50 hp

[Rfchil]

I have a 1987 Johnson 50 Hp.with the vro fuel pump.The oil side of the pump is disconnected and I have been mixing my own fuel for several years on this motor and have not had a problem.I just got my boat out from being put up for the winter and it starts up and runs fine (have not put in water yet).My problem is there is a clicking or knocking noise coming from the fuel pump itself.It was not making this noise when I put it up last fall.Is there something stuck or possibly broken inside the pump? I was told that these pumps weren't rebuildable although I see kits for them???? Can someone give me some help or ideas here? Thanks RF

 

[DJ]

Re: 1987 Johnson vro 50 hp

They sometimes make noise when there is a fuel restriction.

 

[Rfchil]

Re: 1987 Johnson vro 50 hp

DJ,Do you mean a fuel restriction feeding the pump or a restriction within the pump itself? I have cleaned the in-line filter and when you pump the bulb it apperars to be getting adequate fuel supply???

 

[Rfchil]

Re: 1987 Johnson vro 50 hp

Does anyone have anymore input on this subject??<br />Please help

 

[rickdb1boat]

Re: 1987 Johnson vro 50 hp

You may want to replace it with the "fuel pump only", replacement for about $150.00. If this is the original pump, I would...<br /><br /> web page <br /><br />Down at the bottom of the page....