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Is a walbro 255 overkill for my 305 TPI??

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Old Nov 22, 2005 | 12:12 AM
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From: Lost Wages, NV
Car: 1988 IROC
Engine: 305 TPI
Transmission: 5 speed
Axle/Gears: 3.08 Posi 10 Bolt w/ aluminum drums
Is a walbro 255 overkill for my 305 TPI??

my buddy has one I can get for cheaper than an OEM....
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Old Nov 22, 2005 | 01:50 AM
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no and if its cheaper than oem, then buy it. If anything it should be considered an upgrade.
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Old Nov 22, 2005 | 01:58 PM
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Ditto.
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Old Nov 22, 2005 | 03:23 PM
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You can get a Walbro 255 pump to your door for $97. That is much cheaper than a new OEM replacement and is often times far more reliable.
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Old Nov 22, 2005 | 03:51 PM
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From: Lost Wages, NV
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Engine: 305 TPI
Transmission: 5 speed
Axle/Gears: 3.08 Posi 10 Bolt w/ aluminum drums
Originally posted by ShiftyCapone
You can get a Walbro 255 pump to your door for $97. That is much cheaper than a new OEM replacement and is often times far more reliable.
I'm only paying like $75 from my buddy, he's had it for a while from an old project.....

btw.....Shifty, nice quote in Car Craft
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