Mechanical fuel pump question???

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Feb 4, 2004 | 08:14 AM
  #1  
I have a 1979 350 with a mechanical fuel pump and I need to know what fuel pump I should use to support close to 425hp...
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Feb 4, 2004 | 08:17 AM
  #2  
A stock one would work fine at that low of a power level.

So would a Holley or a Carter one.

I'd suggest using a light-weight (hollow) push rod, such as from Moroso or Crane, to help out its capacity and longevity at higher RPMs.
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Jul 29, 2004 | 06:49 PM
  #3  
would the stock pump work with a 125hp shot of NOS along with the 425hp n/a
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Jul 29, 2004 | 07:43 PM
  #4  
Even if it might, is it worth taking the chance?
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Jul 29, 2004 | 07:45 PM
  #5  
no its not worth taking a chance thats why I asked if it would. what sized pump should I use then. any suggestions
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Jul 31, 2004 | 08:50 AM
  #6  
would a holley 130 GPH pump do the job?
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Jul 31, 2004 | 09:54 PM
  #7  
I had one of those....on my old solid roller 355.

It's A LOT of fuel.
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Aug 1, 2004 | 12:43 AM
  #8  
Quote:
Originally posted by Stekman
It's A LOT of fuel.
Oh yeah... to put it in perspective, a 130 GPH pump will completely drain your tank (15 gallons) in a little under 7 minutes.

I'm partial to the Carter pumps, personally.
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Aug 1, 2004 | 01:07 AM
  #9  
130GPH = 492LPH.

I'm going to be putting a Walbro 255lph pump in my 305TPI just because I'm getting it cheap and I figure I might as well replace my fuel pump since my rear is going to be off anyways.

255lph = 63GPH or something like that. That'll still support a ton of power, even if I had a strong-running 350. My goal when I get my 350 together is to have a power output similar to yours actually..
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Aug 1, 2004 | 07:29 AM
  #10  
Well I will use an adjustable regulator as well as a high flow pump. I just wanna be safe when using my nitrous shots.
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Aug 1, 2004 | 07:58 AM
  #11  
With the 130gph Holley, you have no choice but to run an AFPR. I ran mine in conjunction with the Mallory 4309.
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Aug 1, 2004 | 06:15 PM
  #12  
What is the suggested size pump then? Do you guys think 80GPH would handle my setup with the 125 shot? What PSI should I run as well? Someone name a trusted brand of fuel pump in the size I need please. I really need some help on this cause tuesday I am ordering all my fuel system and nitrous system.
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Aug 1, 2004 | 08:44 PM
  #13  
Don't know about models or anything, but Holley and Walbro make high-quality pumps I know.
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Aug 2, 2004 | 05:14 AM
  #14  
Just so its known, a motor using a 130GPH pump will not use fuel any faster than a 110GPH (or any other size for that matter).
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Aug 2, 2004 | 04:23 PM
  #15  
oh ok
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Aug 2, 2004 | 05:49 PM
  #16  
I was using a carter 120 gph pump. It worked good. I think as long as you get a good name pump that flows enough fuel you will be fine.
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Aug 2, 2004 | 08:54 PM
  #17  
Holley brand part#HLY-12-327-13. Its a 130gph pump.
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