advantages of electric fuel pump

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

Better to have the weight in the back, even if its just a little!

It takes hp to turn the mechanical pump albiet a small amount they can add up

thanks for the responses. anyone else want to chime it? thanks!
-kevin

And you don't have to worry about the diaphram going and pumping gas into your oil pan!

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.

Its always better to push fuel than suck it

no support for mechanical? anyone want to play devils advocate?

OK, I'll bite -
I've never heard anyone complain of a noisy mech pump.

If using an electric, make sure to put some safety interlocks to shut it off in case of an accident.