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advantages of electric fuel pump
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03/20/12 05:14 PM
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Im having a FAST legal stroker 340 built for my 71 roadrunner. Just wondering what everyones thoughts were of electric fuel pump vs. mechanical for this application. If I were to do electric, Id probably get a in-tank pump. I know vapor lock would be a worry with mechanical, but if the motor keeps around 180*, it wouldn't be a problem, right? thanks in advance! -kevin
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Re: advantages of electric fuel pump
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Better to have the weight in the back, even if its just a little!
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Re: advantages of electric fuel pump
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thanks for the responses. anyone else want to chime it? thanks! -kevin
1971 Plymouth Duster 340 auto 1937 Plymouth PT50 1969 Dodge Dart Swinger 340 4 speed 2013 Ram laramie 2500 hemi 2008 Harley FLSTSB springer
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Re: advantages of electric fuel pump
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03/21/12 12:46 PM
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advantages are many, one not listed yet, is no more cranking the engine to prime the fuel bowls if the engine has been sitting for awhile. just let the pump run to fill the bowls.
one disadvantage is that if you do not have your pressure set properly with a regulator, you can push fuel past the needle and seat, and you'll flood the engine, wash down cylinder walls and kill your rings.
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Re: advantages of electric fuel pump
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no support for mechanical? anyone want to play devils advocate?
1971 Plymouth Duster 340 auto 1937 Plymouth PT50 1969 Dodge Dart Swinger 340 4 speed 2013 Ram laramie 2500 hemi 2008 Harley FLSTSB springer
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