{"product_id":"carter-m826-mechanical-fuel-pump","title":"Carter M826 Mechanical Fuel Pump","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCarter M826 Mechanical Fuel Pump for Ford Trucks\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Carter M826 is a mechanical fuel pump for gasoline applications, built with a cast housing and threaded inlet and outlet connections for a secure OE-style installation. It is a direct-fit fuel delivery component for 1953 Ford F-100, F-250, and F-350 models with the Standard Duty Engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMechanical fuel pump for gasoline engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast housing for durable construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded inlet and outlet ports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/2-20 UNF-2B inlet fitting thread size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/2-20 outlet fitting thread size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGasket or seal included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum flow rating: 12\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating pressure range: 2.5 to 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt for fuel delivery service on classic Ford trucks, the Carter M826 mechanical fuel pump supports the original-style engine-driven fuel system used on 1953 Ford F-100, F-250, and F-350 applications with the Standard Duty Engine. The threaded inlet and outlet design helps provide a secure connection, while the cast housing supports long-term durability in underhood conditions. Carter’s fuel systems program focuses on OE fit, form, and function, along with broad vehicle coverage and problem-solving design features.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Airtex Fuel Pumps 578 for the same application. The Carter M826 is also referenced by several interchange numbers, including 602-1006 and 602-1051.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Is Used For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring fuel delivery on a 1953 Ford F-100 with the Standard Duty Engine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing a worn mechanical fuel pump on a 1953 Ford F-250\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddressing hard-start or fuel starvation concerns on a 1953 Ford F-350\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrecting low fuel pressure in a gasoline mechanical fuel system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing a leaking pump housing or damaged threaded fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the engine application before installation, since this pump is listed for 1953 Ford F-100, F-250, and F-350 models with the Standard Duty Engine. Confirm the threaded inlet and outlet sizes match the existing fuel line connections, and use the included gasket or seal during installation. Mounting hardware is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarter builds this fuel pump as an OE-style replacement with fit, form, and function in mind for classic Ford truck fuel systems. The M826 is intended to meet the needs of gasoline mechanical fuel pump service on the listed applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carter","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52819030147253,"sku":"BCQS-M826","price":80.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/5C_M826_Fro.jpg?v=1784437443","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/carter-m826-mechanical-fuel-pump","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}