{"product_id":"gmb-580-8010-mechanical-fuel-pump","title":"GMB 580-8010 Mechanical Fuel Pump","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMechanical Fuel Pump for Volkswagen Beetle\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis GMB mechanical fuel pump is built for Volkswagen Beetle applications and manufactured to meet or exceed OEM specifications. It is an OEM standard replacement for classic air-cooled fuel delivery service, with fitment for 1966-1970 Volkswagen Beetle and 1971-1973 Volkswagen Beetle with Generator.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMechanical fuel pump for air and fuel delivery service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOEM Standard item grade for direct replacement use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured to meet or exceed OEM specifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo gasket required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 580-8010 for catalog and fitment reference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGMB 580-8010 is a mechanical fuel pump engineered for Volkswagen Beetle models from 1966 through 1973, including 1971-1973 Volkswagen Beetle with Generator. It is intended for owners restoring or maintaining the fuel system on classic Volkswagen Beetle vehicles and looking for an OEM-standard replacement that follows original specification requirements. This part cross-references Carter M60175 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Issues It Can Help Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFuel delivery loss from a worn mechanical pump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHard starting caused by insufficient fuel supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngine hesitation related to inconsistent pump output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFuel starvation during normal driving in a classic Volkswagen Beetle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs during fuel system restoration on air-cooled vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify engine configuration before ordering, especially for 1971-1973 Volkswagen Beetle with Generator applications. Confirm the mounting surface and fuel line routing match the original setup, and inspect related fuel system components during installation. Because no gasket is required, follow the vehicle-specific service procedure and torque specifications for the pump mounting points.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGMB manufactures this pump to meet or exceed OEM specifications and supplies it as an OEM standard replacement. Part number 580-8010 is built for consistent service in Volkswagen Beetle fuel system applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GMB","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52415086952629,"sku":"BFBQ-580-8010","price":57.72,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/G6_5808010_Ang.jpg?v=1777797452","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/gmb-580-8010-mechanical-fuel-pump","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}