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Re: FiTech Fuel Injection [Re: OrangeProwler] #2387254
10/14/17 10:43 AM
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I would look into the Holly Sniper system before making a final call on FiTech.


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Re: FiTech Fuel Injection [Re: John_Kunkel] #2387286
10/14/17 11:53 AM
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Originally Posted By John_Kunkel
Originally Posted By Jerry
don't waste time with the fuel command center.


I have to disagree, way simpler installation than frame-mounted pumps or for cars where in-tank pumps aren't practical. Mine has given me zero problems.


That Fuel Command system would be cool in a Moon tank mounted in the grill for that gasser look.

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Re: FiTech Fuel Injection [Re: OrangeProwler] #2387325
10/14/17 01:30 PM
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Quote:
don't waste time with the fuel command center.


When someone makes a statement like this with no reason I don't waste my time with it.

Re: FiTech Fuel Injection [Re: Stanton] #2387361
10/14/17 02:57 PM
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there are lots of documented cases of the fuel command center failing. mine was one of them. I did try it. ended going with a tank mounted pump. don't know why it failed maybe not enough fuel flow? needs a real return back to the tank to circulate fuel so it won't over heat.

if you are going to try it. make sure you attach the vent line to a fuel return line back to the tank. plenty have tried not to, only to have fuel shooting out of it. its almost as if the float fails.


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Re: FiTech Fuel Injection [Re: Jerry] #2387376
10/14/17 03:49 PM
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Without a comparison of failure rates of other fuel delivery systems, anecdotal experience is just that.


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Re: FiTech Fuel Injection [Re: John_Kunkel] #2387392
10/14/17 04:29 PM
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Originally Posted By John_Kunkel

Without a comparison of failure rates of other fuel delivery systems, anecdotal experience is just that.


Don't need that.

All you need is data on the command center failures.

MTBF is solely calculated on the unit in question, not some other system.


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Re: FiTech Fuel Injection [Re: UCUDANT] #2387419
10/14/17 05:46 PM
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Originally Posted By UCUDANT
I installed my unit myself cleanly and as the manufacturer suggested paying attention to the details. New clean tank, 3/8 fuel line, properly returned FCC vent. I've had not issues other than needed a software update
Mine is located in same spot, and that's the key, properly installed return line!


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Re: FiTech Fuel Injection [Re: OrangeProwler] #2387586
10/15/17 02:18 AM
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Well a little update on the FITech set up my buddy has. It seems that he doesn't like running 9 flat so he picked up the new Holley Sniper fabricated sheet metal intake for his big block. This set up is for 2-4"s. He says that another 1200 FITech will be just right. I looked at a number of those intakes, LS, Big blocks, Small block and for Fords. No mopar as of yet but they sure are light and look mighty fine. To be continued.


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Re: FiTech Fuel Injection [Re: OrangeProwler] #2388608
10/17/17 09:59 AM
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Thank you everyone. Looks FITech makes a kit for Summit too. I've read that part of the FCC failures is due in part to the fuel pump? I've read guys replacing the unit and pump. Anyways, I'll keep my eyes out and continue to see how things play out with these units.

Re: FiTech Fuel Injection [Re: OrangeProwler] #2388803
10/17/17 04:06 PM
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Rio Linda, CA
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Without changing the default settings, the pump in the FCC runs at full pressure throughout the operating range which might account for the reported failures. The pump can be slowed at idle with the hand-held controller.


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Re: FiTech Fuel Injection [Re: John_Kunkel] #2388970
10/17/17 09:08 PM
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Originally Posted By John_Kunkel

Without changing the default settings, the pump in the FCC runs at full pressure throughout the operating range which might account for the reported failures. The pump can be slowed at idle with the hand-held controller.
Yes, this is what I read in FiTech's solution to problem and set my per. I did still have a bad pump from the get go because mechanic commented at install he didn't like how it seemed to be flooding at beginning.But as I said, all good now and I'm happy with it since and the easier starts and improved cold idle alone make it worth it to me.


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