fuel tank selector valve

[newbie17]

1987 R-30 5.7K I have owned this truck since new.
I need to change my fuel tank selector valve. The old one is marked
15548979 with POLLACK molded into the housing. Checking with POLLACK
tech they say the 6-port valve they sell P/N: 42-159 is a universal and the
electrical pinning will have to be changed on my trucks connector. I called LMC but they
are no help as they do not have any tech people for the valve P/N: 32-3293 they sell.
I checked BROTHERS, CLASSIC INDUSTRIES, and CLASSIC PARTS but they don't sell
the valve. LMC seems to be the only vendor. Where can I get a direct replacement
valve that is "plug and play"-no mods required? If anyone else has had this problem
please let me know how you solved it.

 

[Craig 85]

Another forum lists an Autozone Duralast Fuel Tank Selector Valve FSV2. It says it needs a new connector or probably repinning like you described. Its made by Wells. Wells application information and technical support via its Tech Line at 1-800-558-9770.

 

[newbie17]

Craig, thanks for the response. I called the number you gave and the tech guy said they(Wells) do not sell or support that valve any longer. I called Autozone and there are several stores around my area that have them in stock. $66.95. I will buy the Pollack valve (32-159)and perform the necessary re-pinning. Again, thanks for the great help. BTW your K30 is a real find-not all that many FWD "tons" around. If you hear of a source for the GM 15548979 valve let me know.
Regards, Mark