I`ll need to know if the gasoline pump works continuosty or not. Thank you very much

1981 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS
53,000 MILES
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BORONDES
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Electricity doen`t reach the pump, so the mechanic wants to "plug" it to another source.
Aug 17, 2012 at 4:18 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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no, have it repaired correctly. take it to another shop and have it properly diged and repaired

Roy
Aug 17, 2012 at 4:22 PM
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KHLOW2008
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The pump works continously when engine is running but there are safety features incorporated into the system to stop it in case of accident. Rigging it to a constant source is a safety hazard.
Aug 17, 2012 at 4:32 PM
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WRENCHTECH
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It only runs as long as the engine is running. It won't and shouldn't run if the engine is not running.
Aug 17, 2012 at 4:44 PM
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BORONDES
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Thank you very much!! you are the best. Here in Asturias (Spain) an Oldsmobile is as rare as a green dog!! Nobody knows what to do whith it, ha ha
Aug 17, 2012 at 5:40 PM