electric fuel pump?
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electric fuel pump?
I have a 72 BB that has about 1500 miles on the crate 454, for the 2nd time in 2 weeks I've gotten vapor lock. I am thinking about going to an electric fuel pump. My questions are, should I go with elec. and where should I mount it because of the space limitations by the tank?
Thanks for input,
Dave
Thanks for input,
Dave
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Originally Posted by Dr.G
I have a 72 BB that has about 1500 miles on the crate 454, for the 2nd time in 2 weeks I've gotten vapor lock. I am thinking about going to an electric fuel pump. My questions are, should I go with elec. and where should I mount it because of the space limitations by the tank?
Thanks for input,
Dave
Thanks for input,
Dave
Okay, here's how I have the electric pump set up on my 1977 Vette, so I don't think much changes.
Get this pump. It's a cheap bellows style pump so it's last and be very reliable. Also, once the bowls in the carb fill sup the pump shuts off until the carb needs fuel again.
http://www.jcwhitney.com/autoparts/P...?Ntt=fuel+pump
Now, the best place I found is this. Passenger side. Mount the pump to the frame, on the outside of the frame, between the frame and the inside of the rear body panel. Slightly forward from the rear marker light socket. Perfect place and it fits just right.
As far as wiring, you'll want to create a relay circuit. Powered by the battery, but switched on by the ignition. Add a manual cutoff switch, and fuse the 12V lead from the battery to the relay. It'll ground to the frame so all you have to do is run the power wire to it from the relay, maybe close to the battery.
I don't know if it'll solve your vapor lock problem, but they're great for starts after a few days. All you have to do is turn on the ign to get the pump going, let it fill the bowls, and then crank it. Usually a 1-2 turn affair for me.
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Originally Posted by Dr.G
Thanks Durango, I will check out the space on the rear of the frame tomorrow, and if there is enough room I think I will go that route.
Dave
Dave
Yeah, check and get back. I can maybe snap a pic and post it of how mine in mounted. I love my electrics. I install them on every vehichle I own.
