No ticking from fuel pump on start up

[iain3660]

Hi,
I went to start up my mkII 240 today and when I turned the ignition on and waited from the fuel pump ticking sound that I really like, all I got was silence. At first I thought the battery was flat but the fuel guage moved and when pressed the button she spluttered into life for a few seconds then cut out. Repeated starts failed and when I checked under the bonnet, the fuel filter bowl was empty. I’m guessing the pump has failed. I haven’t investigated yet but is this likely to be an easy fix (cleaning points) or a new pump? Rookie classic owner but looking forward to trying to fix.
Ta

[mike020150]

Try tapping the pump with the ignition switched on. If it starts working, there's a good chance that you will be able to get away with just cleaning the points (slightly fiddly but not difficult). If the pump requires replacement, consider the merits of using an updated electronic version which does away with mechanical points. Mike.

[iain3660]

Thanks Mike, I will give it a go.
Iain

[iain3660]

That worked a treat! Thanks