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11-23-2012, 10:33 PM
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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?
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11-23-2012, 10:50 PM
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Re: Mechanical Fuel Pump - what to get
ACDelco
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11-23-2012, 11:34 PM
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Re: Mechanical Fuel Pump - what to get
2 line or 3 Carter
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11-24-2012, 09:13 PM
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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..
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11-24-2012, 09:53 PM
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Re: Mechanical Fuel Pump - what to get
If you have a stock to mild motor a stock pump will do fine.
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11-24-2012, 11:29 PM
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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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11-25-2012, 12:59 AM
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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
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11-25-2012, 01:36 PM
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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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