Cheap Walbro, possible Chinese fake?

[ttypeturbo]

eBay Motors: Walbro Fuel Pump 84-86 Buick Grand National Turbo 255 (item 110217499938 end time Jan-29-08 17:25:31 PST)

 

[LBNJWE4]

could be an older model, or it lists camaro/firebird, i don't know if they are the same, so it could be the wrong pump. I just bought a Walbro 340 from G-bodyparts, and was just over $100, under $200 with hotwire kit. So, it's not that much cheaper, so it probably is a Walbro.

 

[ttypeturbo]

One other thing for Ebay heads, this guy has 100% feedback but yet has negatives, how is that? I thought that your feedback would go down with even one hit?

 

[LBNJWE4]

yeah, I would think so.

 

[83ttypecooled]

Hi,
If the pump is stamped with the distinctive Walbro logo,and also part and serial numbers, It is probably a real Walbro. All this could be faked, but it is unlikely. Try a supplier like Racetronix out of Canada;I trust them implicitely.

 

[shook0002]

If you get a negative, the buyer and seller can agree to withdrawl feedack resulting in neutral feedback. Personally I think its bull$hit, if you get a negative it should be refelected no matter what.

 

[Mike Licht]

Or, you could look at this:

eBay Motors: Walbro 255 GM HP Pump & Install kit LT1 Buick GN + MORE (item 160201449785 end time Jan-29-08 05:50:12 PST)

or this:

eBay Motors: Turbo Buick Walbro 255HP Pump Kit & Hot Wire Kit 86-87 (item 160201449844 end time Jan-29-08 05:50:26 PST)

and know who you are dealing with and know you are getting the real deal
Mike

 

[Lee_Burough]

Or, you could look at this:

eBay Motors: Walbro 255 GM HP Pump & Install kit LT1 Buick GN + MORE (item 160201449785 end time Jan-29-08 05:50:12 PST)

or this:

eBay Motors: Turbo Buick Walbro 255HP Pump Kit & Hot Wire Kit 86-87 (item 160201449844 end time Jan-29-08 05:50:26 PST)

and know who you are dealing with and know you are getting the real deal
Mike

WOW! 3500 ebay transactions earning 100% positive feedback....With all the juveniles and dweebs out there, that is a remarkable and monumental accomplishment, congratulations

 

[ttypeturbo]

Excellent advice with unreal feedback, I'll add you to my favorite vendors, thanks!

 

[ttypeturbo]

"If you get a negative, the buyer and seller can agree to withdrawl feedack resulting in neutral feedback. Personally I think its bull$hit, if you get a negative it should be refelected no matter what."
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Thing is, he has some that has not been withdrawn yet is still showing 100%. I'm not sure why that is!

 

[SGRIM]

Or, you could look at this:

eBay Motors: Walbro 255 GM HP Pump & Install kit LT1 Buick GN + MORE (item 160201449785 end time Jan-29-08 05:50:12 PST)

or this:

eBay Motors: Turbo Buick Walbro 255HP Pump Kit & Hot Wire Kit 86-87 (item 160201449844 end time Jan-29-08 05:50:26 PST)

and know who you are dealing with and know you are getting the real deal
Mike

Enough said:biggrin: Great deal Mike!

 

[Blown&Injected]

Excellent advice with unreal feedback, I'll add you to my favorite vendors, thanks!

Just now adding FTS????

Must be a new man here
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Somebody did a fine write-up on the differences between the real and fake pumps last year. I bet a search will find it without too much trouble.

 

[ttypeturbo]

I am somewhat new but a fast learner, hehe! ;>)

 

[BlackMetal]

This "China parts" witch hunt is getting a little annoying. Any time someone finds a good deal these days "must be from China".

But yeah... just learn your lesson and shop with Full Throttle, they are the best.

 

[87GNTTOP]

Or, you could look at this:

eBay Motors: Walbro 255 GM HP Pump & Install kit LT1 Buick GN + MORE (item 160201449785 end time Jan-29-08 05:50:12 PST)

or this:

eBay Motors: Turbo Buick Walbro 255HP Pump Kit & Hot Wire Kit 86-87 (item 160201449844 end time Jan-29-08 05:50:26 PST)

and know who you are dealing with and know you are getting the real deal
Mike

I looked and I bought. Needed it badly, bought new bb turbo and injectors from you but I was shy the fuel delivery.

Full Throttle is the only place I shop. Honest and no monkey business!

 

[ttypeturbo]

"This "China parts" witch hunt is getting a little annoying. Any time someone finds a good deal these days "must be from China".

Witch hunt? I was just throwing it out there in case someone knew or had an experience with this vendor. It never hurts to ask you know. ;>)

 

[GNVenom]

I would still be skeptical:

100% Genuine Walbro Fuel Pumps

You never know what you're getting. Caveat Emptor...

 

[Mike Licht]

Skeptical about what John? I hope you are not suggesting anything towards me?
Mike

 

[GNVenom]

No Mike, not at all...you are as reputable as the very best out there and certainly would never sell this type of stuff. What I'm saying is, be aware that there are fakes out there, and well, if it looks like a duck, quacks like a duck, walks like a duck, ya know?

Ebay just seems like the place where some of the "here today-gone tomorrow" sellers find the public. And prices that are too low are certainly a flag.

 

[Racetronix]

could be an older model, or it lists camaro/firebird, i don't know if they are the same, so it could be the wrong pump. I just bought a Walbro 340 from G-bodyparts, and was just over $100, under $200 with hotwire kit. So, it's not that much cheaper, so it probably is a Walbro.

I have yet to see a gerotor fuel pump out of China.
Walbro pumps have a very distinctive appearance so they are easy to identify.

Was it a Racetronix kit G-Body sold you?

Jack

PS. There are some new turbine pumps coming out of China which perform as well as the Walbros now. Their lifespan is a bit shorter and they draw a bit more current than a Walbro but they are less than half the price. They have come a long way in a couple years.