111 fuel pump repair

[Benznut01]

greeting,
I'm working on restorting a 1964 220se 111, 127.014. the electric fuel pump has been sitting for some time (out of the car) it still works to spec pressure, but the shaft seal has developed a leak. new pumps on ebay are in the 500.00-600.00 range. does anyone make a rebuild kit for these pumps? thanks in advace
Benznut01

[Ziad]

I've got a good used one,.. but it aint pretty.

4hq1@msn.com

http://type300.com/id136.html

[JeffreyNMemphis]

Welcome to the Forum! If our host does not sell one; I know someone who sells kits. We try to buy parts from Fastlane Phil who provides this forum.

[bwostosh]

Two types, tall dry motor(early) shorter easier to rebuild (later type)

If you have the later, try to soak it in a gallon of gas for a few days to swell the seals.

I just had one dry out from cleaning and drying the fuel system, (1965 220SEb) for 2 months. and it leaked upon filling the tank.
After a few hours it stopped and has remained stopped.

You may not need a new one of the motor still spins.
also remove and clean the one-way valve at the pump exit.
Please report back, a lot of these pumps are replaced needlessly.

[Benznut01]

Thanks for the reply.
I'm not in favor of replacing the pump either.I'll try soaking it and let you know.
Regards
Benznut01