I have gotten the dreaded code 0216 and I need some advice on where to buy a rebuilt vp44. The dealer wants $3000 to replace it. I have decided to do it myself with the help of a buddy who is a mechanic. I need to know who sells these with all the necessary hardware at a good price? I have read that some do not come with all the hardware such as o-rings, etc. and to not buy the ones made in CZ. So, I need some help. I have read that MWFI and Pensacola Diesel are good. Any suggestions? Thanks

 

I won't suggest your Vp44 isnt gone...
but have you changed the fuel filter?
have you install a fuel pressure gauge? is it reading over 5psi?

I only ask because when I bought my truck is had p0234, p0236, p0216..I changed the filter and installed a pressure gauge..so far no more codes.

sure I suspect that I'll be replacing the vp44 in the future but not at the moment.

-dkenny

 

Do a search on Blue Chip.
He has a top reputation aand I have one of his VP'S. It has been great for 80,000 miles.

 

Yes, the fuel filter is good and my edge monitor says fuel pressure ranges 11-14 and 10 wot. I do get the dead pedal every once in awhile but that is the apps. I just want to make sure I get everything to replace the injection pump.

 

Bought mine through Diesel Distributors USA. Also got a Raptor 100 lift pump. Everything you need is included, no core charge unless old pump isn't returned within a month. Very easy to replace. Took me under 2 hours for the pump and another 1.5 hours for the Raptor.

 

since you're close to industrial injection in slc ut they would be a good choice
https://stores.myregisteredsite.com/...VP44+Fuel+Pump

 

I got mine from clicking on the ad at the home page ($1030.00). I watched diesel-dan's videos on you tube and did it myself. I'm not a mechanic but it was pretty easy, Dan tells you what tools to get and everything. I also did the lift pump. Got that from BD Diesel in Vancouver. It was about $450 CDN. Thats about $400 USD, also real easy to change with instructions included. The hardest thing about changing the VP-44 was the lines. Get a 19mm stubby wrench, I used a standard length. The VP took about 4 hours and I was working slow, the pump took about 2 hours. Good Luck.

 

I just replaced mine last month. Got it from www.mwfi.com for $1250 with new lift pump. Took about 3 hours total to swap out.

 

I have bought a few from blue chip never a glitch and super to deal with

 

I love my Blue chip. Very easy to deal with.

 

i woudnt recommend that you do the install yourself unless you are very familiar with those motors

 

Just take your time, don't hurry and use a light and a mirror to make sure the key is lined up and not jammed before torquing the nut on the pump shaft. I think that replacing the VP is a perfect way to get familiar with these trucks: you get to touch all the vital parts and are not afraid of it anymore.
I bought mine from Pensacola Diesel and had no problems with it for nearly two years now. I looked on E-bay for the best price and called the supplier to inquire if they are an authorized Bosch facility, and they told me yes and that in fact sometimes they re-sell VP44s from II when they run short of their own.

 

my next pump will be blue chip, also dead pedal is the pump, not the apps.

 

industrial injection or blue chip

 

Actualy dead pedal can be the apps to! It was on mine! What are you looking for? A hot rod pump or just a stock replacement? Scheid or industrial injection has got my vote!