4.3 fuel pump mounting plate

[Nateali38]

I have a 1987 OMC 4.3 that I rebuilt. I'm have some problems trying to locate either a fuel pump mounting plate or a blanking plate for the block. This is the last piece I need to get this motor fired up. Everything I have seen says the part is obsolete. I really need help on what to do here as I've been looking for awhile. Any help or ideas would be appreciated.
Thanks

 

[Scott Danforth]

Your talking the little plate on the side of the block that has 4 bolt holes and the slot for your fuel pump to mount to?

The one that is a GM part found on V6 and V8 motors from 1955 to about 2006 and still come on crate motors?

The one made out of 3/16" mild steel that is the exact size of the gasket?

Hit your local auto parts store for a fuel pump block off plate or make one or go to a salvage yard or hit the GM dealership on Monday

 

[GA_Boater]

How are you going to pump fuel if you use a block off plate?

 

[Nateali38]

How are you going to pump fuel if you use a block off plate?

I'll shift over to an electric fuel pump if I have to. I would rather stay mechanical however if I can get a block off plate I'll swap.

 

[Nateali38]

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Your talking the little plate on the side of the block that has 4 bolt holes and the slot for your fuel pump to mount to?

The one that is a GM part found on V6 and V8 motors from 1955 to about 2006 and still come on crate motors?

The one made out of 3/16" mild steel that is the exact size of the gasket?

Hit your local auto parts store for a fuel pump block off plate or make one or go to a salvage yard or hit the GM dealership on Monday

The one I need is different and I've never seen one like this before.

 

[GA_Boater]

If you switch to an electric pump, make sure it is wired correctly with an oil pressure switch.

 

[Nateali38]

If you switch to an electric pump, make sure it is wired correctly with an oil pressure switch.

This is why I would rather stay mechanical. I don't mind doing it but I'd rather find the mounting plate and stay away from the electric.

 

[Scott Danforth]

1978-1985 GM 229 v6 (3.8 liter)
1985-1992 GM 262 v6 (4.3 liter)

Or get a 4-hole from a V8 and drill the hole in the middle or go to tractor supply or Lowe's or home depot, spend $7 on a piece of 3/16" metal, trace your gasket and make one. The fuel pump push rod is a $7 part (mehling)

 

[bruceb58]

Why would you want to buy a cover plate if your preference is to use a mechanical fuel pump? Am I missing something?

 

[Scott Danforth]

Why would you want to buy a cover plate if your preference is to use a mechanical fuel pump? Am I missing something?

Pretty sure the OP is looking for the plate that sandwiches between the block and fuel pump

 

[bruceb58]

Pretty sure the OP is looking for the plate that sandwiches between the block and fuel pump

You mean this one? This one is from a 5.7L Are they the same?
http://www.iboats.com/PLATE-Fuel-pum...iew_id.1484067


EDIT: Looks like they are not the same

I see part number of 0910112 for OMC. I see the Mercruiser part number is also NLA

 

[bruceb58]

I would probably give michiganmotorz a call to see if they have one.

 

[hemi rt]

The one I need is different and I've never seen one like this before.

You need the fuel pump spacer plate - not a block off plate. Dealer should have them.