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Old Jan 25, 2005 | 10:15 PM
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How many GPH would I need to feed a 450hp 383? Would the Carter flowing 120 gph at 7.5-8 psi be sufficient?
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With no losses you only need about 34 gph to support 450hp. So the carter would give you plenty of margin.
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Old Jan 25, 2005 | 11:48 PM
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Check this out they give you flow charts to get an idea.


http://www.holley.com/HiOctn/ProdLin...SFP/FMSFP.html
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