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Bow Tie Scottie 11-23-2012 10:33 PM

Mechanical Fuel Pump - what to get
 
I think I have a suspecting failing fuel pump and I would like to replace it. Had it replaced 4 years ago with one from NAPA. After reading several posts on fuel issues, most of the symptoms lead to a faulty pump. So I have been shopping around and leaning towards an Edelbrock 1721 Performer fuel pump for around $100. I have seen pumps ranging in price from $20 to over $200 that could meet my specifications. What have you experienced with or recommend?

88Jimmy4x4 11-23-2012 10:50 PM

Re: Mechanical Fuel Pump - what to get
 
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motornut 11-23-2012 11:34 PM

Re: Mechanical Fuel Pump - what to get
 
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2 line or 3 Carter

suxtobu65 11-24-2012 09:13 PM

Re: Mechanical Fuel Pump - what to get
 
I would highly recommend a 3-line.. Having a return line is recommended to help prevent vapor lock.. I'm currently dealing with this issue..

thesickc10 11-24-2012 09:53 PM

Re: Mechanical Fuel Pump - what to get
 
If you have a stock to mild motor a stock pump will do fine.

Bow Tie Scottie 11-24-2012 11:29 PM

Re: Mechanical Fuel Pump - what to get
 
Question: Does a mechanical fuel pump have gravity issues? My truck will fail trying to climb a steep hill, even if it is for a short distance. Will any fuel additive have an effect on a failing fuel pump?
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mongoose 11-25-2012 12:59 AM

Re: Mechanical Fuel Pump - what to get
 
kinda.. a bad pump will let fuel drain when it's sitting... hills = loads.. so carbed based.. fuel filter

jojoman 11-25-2012 01:36 PM

Re: Mechanical Fuel Pump - what to get
 
im currently dealing with a problem from this i put a 2 line performance pump and now truck like spits gas from the carb. like if it floods quick could it be from the pump. or do i just got to re adjust the carb. to it.


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