Fuel Pump Tests

[raub at kudria.com (Mauricio Tavares)]

Allyn wrote:

> i wouldnt chance it.
> i've tested them by running suction/discharge hoses to a gas can.
> be sure you secure it somehow, it likes to jump when you apply power.
> hth
> Al
>
    Instead of gas, why not use something like mineral spirits or diesel 
so you do not have to worry about things going boom? That said, I think 
a few seconds dry should not hurt it.  I mean, what would happen if you 
had ran out of fuel or replaced the fuel tank? I would just make a point 
of pouring a bit of oil through its intake to keep it prelubed. =)

> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Gordy Stedman" <ydrogs@gmail.com>
> To: <Scirocco-l@scirocco.org>
> Sent: Tuesday, July 05, 2005 3:21 PM
> Subject: Fuel Pump Tests
>
>
> Is there a way to do any bench tests on a puel pump to see if it is
> working before installing into the car?  Will running the pump dry for
> a couple of seconds off a 12V source to hear if it still spins damage
> it?  TIA
>