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chevybill · 11-16-2005, 03:07 PM

I am requesting some fuel pump suggestions for my vortec engine going in my 70 c 10. The engine is stock other than a MSD ready to run ignition and edelbrock carb and intake, probably going to have headers.

I need a basic electronic fuel pump, I do not want to run a return line unless absolutley necessary.

Will i run a long water pump with this engine? - it still has the factory timing cover.

Thanks for all the help

chevybill

MrC1 · 11-16-2005, 03:47 PM

You have the right idea by not needing a monster pump. Just stay away from the Holley red or blue pumps. They're very noisy and don't have the best reputation. Holley's new pump (not sure what it's called) is more than you need, but it sounds like a nice redesign that should be much quieter.

fastwillie 696969 · 11-16-2005, 07:23 PM

grant fuel pump and get a water pump for jegs i got a jegs pump alum it works nice

chevybill · 11-16-2005, 10:00 PM

any one have some part numbers?

do i need a long water pump for the vortec factory timing cover?

thanks for the replies.

chevybill · 11-17-2005, 09:30 AM

i could use some suggestions, if anyone has some on a fuel pump and water pump.

chevybill · 11-17-2005, 07:47 PM

chevybill to the board, anybody there?

Fatback · 11-17-2005, 10:54 PM

ChevyBill, I am using a Purolator fuel pump:
http://www.midwayautosupply.com/deta...ption.asp?2807
Also Im using a long pump. I also used the 6cyl mounts, using no shroud.......so far no overheating issues.
The only thing about the pump....I have it mounted close to the stock location, which I dont think is advised. And it is loud...sometimes louder than the engine. I also run a 600 Holley and a "cheapo" dial type pressue regulator set at 3.5 lb. The Purolator pump puts out a 6-7 lb.

chevybill · 11-18-2005, 09:07 AM

thanks, fatback i appreciate your response.

Fatback · 11-18-2005, 01:43 PM

You may not need the regulator...I was having flooding problems, and a friend told me too much fuel pressure would cause needle and seat problems. After replacing needles and seats, and using the regulator, the problem has gone away.
Also Im not running a return line.
BTW did you get the distributor dropped in yet? Keep us posted.

chevybill · 11-18-2005, 10:36 PM

no dizzy dropped in yet, i am taking my bed next week for sandblasting ( only bed floor to be blasted)and then all the body work will be finalized. i am also going to a local yard to try and find a hydraulic clutch pedal assembly to connect the nv 3500 tranny.

i have not completely given up on my april 2006 deadline yet.

chevybill · 11-20-2005, 09:52 PM

really could use some part numbers here if anyone has suggestions thanks

Longhorn Man · 11-20-2005, 11:39 PM

place the punp back by the tank, it'll live longer.
As for the water punp... you'll need one to work with what ever brackets you are going to use.
If you go with the stock (for the engein) serp set up, then the pump for a 94 or what ever vortec 350 will do.
If you are going to use the stock 69 - 72 brackets, (make sure you CAN...there is a hole missing on these heads) then you'll want a short pump.
Brackets from after 72 truck (after 69 car) then you'll need the long pump.

11-16-2005, 03:07 PM	#1
chevybill Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: calhoun city ms Posts: 940	Electronic fuel pump and water pump suggestions I am requesting some fuel pump suggestions for my vortec engine going in my 70 c 10. The engine is stock other than a MSD ready to run ignition and edelbrock carb and intake, probably going to have headers. I need a basic electronic fuel pump, I do not want to run a return line unless absolutley necessary. Will i run a long water pump with this engine? - it still has the factory timing cover. Thanks for all the help chevybill __________________ ongoing 1970 c 10 lwb 1994 z-28 few mods.-owned since new 1978 vette silver/grey 25th anniv. paint Last edited by chevybill; 11-16-2005 at 03:08 PM.

11-16-2005, 03:47 PM	#2
MrC1 Dork For Days Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Dallas Posts: 407	Re: Electronic fuel pump and water pump suggestions You have the right idea by not needing a monster pump. Just stay away from the Holley red or blue pumps. They're very noisy and don't have the best reputation. Holley's new pump (not sure what it's called) is more than you need, but it sounds like a nice redesign that should be much quieter. __________________ 1972 C20, 402/700R4 - My first classic truck, bought in September 2005. 85% transformed from "Farm" to "Cool" status! 1970 Dodge Challenger 440, 4sp (my other toy) 12.67 @ 117 MPH, with a pathetic 2.022 60' 2007 Dodge Charger SRT-8 2008 Cadillac CTS All-American garage, baby!

11-16-2005, 07:23 PM	#3
fastwillie 696969 ~Rest In Peace~ Join Date: May 2005 Location: CALIFORNIA NOR CAL Posts: 9,707	Re: Electronic fuel pump and water pump suggestions grant fuel pump and get a water pump for jegs i got a jegs pump alum it works nice __________________ is it fast ? it has a lighting bolt donut? B___H please, I can remove 90% of your so called "beauty" with a kleenex

11-16-2005, 10:00 PM	#4
chevybill Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: calhoun city ms Posts: 940	Re: Electronic fuel pump and water pump suggestions any one have some part numbers? do i need a long water pump for the vortec factory timing cover? thanks for the replies. __________________ ongoing 1970 c 10 lwb 1994 z-28 few mods.-owned since new 1978 vette silver/grey 25th anniv. paint

11-17-2005, 09:30 AM	#5
chevybill Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: calhoun city ms Posts: 940	Re: Electronic fuel pump and water pump suggestions i could use some suggestions, if anyone has some on a fuel pump and water pump. __________________ ongoing 1970 c 10 lwb 1994 z-28 few mods.-owned since new 1978 vette silver/grey 25th anniv. paint

11-17-2005, 07:47 PM	#6
chevybill Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: calhoun city ms Posts: 940	Re: Electronic fuel pump and water pump suggestions chevybill to the board, anybody there? __________________ ongoing 1970 c 10 lwb 1994 z-28 few mods.-owned since new 1978 vette silver/grey 25th anniv. paint

11-17-2005, 10:54 PM	#7
Fatback Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: North Central FL Posts: 126	Re: Electronic fuel pump and water pump suggestions ChevyBill, I am using a Purolator fuel pump: http://www.midwayautosupply.com/deta...ption.asp?2807 Also Im using a long pump. I also used the 6cyl mounts, using no shroud.......so far no overheating issues. The only thing about the pump....I have it mounted close to the stock location, which I dont think is advised. And it is loud...sometimes louder than the engine. I also run a 600 Holley and a "cheapo" dial type pressue regulator set at 3.5 lb. The Purolator pump puts out a 6-7 lb. __________________ 70 C/10 LWB 69 Cougar 68 Mustang 68 GMC 4X4 SWB

11-18-2005, 09:07 AM	#8
chevybill Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: calhoun city ms Posts: 940	Re: Electronic fuel pump and water pump suggestions thanks, fatback i appreciate your response. __________________ ongoing 1970 c 10 lwb 1994 z-28 few mods.-owned since new 1978 vette silver/grey 25th anniv. paint

11-18-2005, 01:43 PM	#9
Fatback Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: North Central FL Posts: 126	Re: Electronic fuel pump and water pump suggestions You may not need the regulator...I was having flooding problems, and a friend told me too much fuel pressure would cause needle and seat problems. After replacing needles and seats, and using the regulator, the problem has gone away. Also Im not running a return line. BTW did you get the distributor dropped in yet? Keep us posted. __________________ 70 C/10 LWB 69 Cougar 68 Mustang 68 GMC 4X4 SWB

11-18-2005, 10:36 PM	#10
chevybill Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: calhoun city ms Posts: 940	Re: Electronic fuel pump and water pump suggestions no dizzy dropped in yet, i am taking my bed next week for sandblasting ( only bed floor to be blasted)and then all the body work will be finalized. i am also going to a local yard to try and find a hydraulic clutch pedal assembly to connect the nv 3500 tranny. i have not completely given up on my april 2006 deadline yet. __________________ ongoing 1970 c 10 lwb 1994 z-28 few mods.-owned since new 1978 vette silver/grey 25th anniv. paint

11-20-2005, 09:52 PM	#11
chevybill Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: calhoun city ms Posts: 940	Re: Electronic fuel pump and water pump suggestions really could use some part numbers here if anyone has suggestions thanks __________________ ongoing 1970 c 10 lwb 1994 z-28 few mods.-owned since new 1978 vette silver/grey 25th anniv. paint

11-20-2005, 11:39 PM	#12
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: Electronic fuel pump and water pump suggestions place the punp back by the tank, it'll live longer. As for the water punp... you'll need one to work with what ever brackets you are going to use. If you go with the stock (for the engein) serp set up, then the pump for a 94 or what ever vortec 350 will do. If you are going to use the stock 69 - 72 brackets, (make sure you CAN...there is a hole missing on these heads) then you'll want a short pump. Brackets from after 72 truck (after 69 car) then you'll need the long pump.



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