Anyone running an Aeromotive or any other external, high-flow, fuel pump welcome.

I'm wondering just how long I can expect my external fuel pump (currently a Bosch 044 clone) to last under daily driving conditions. I've already replaced it once, but I'm pretty sure the bearings went out in the first one because the tank ended up running dry (fuel gauge sender and fuel pump sender don't match as the fuel pump sender doesn't reach the bottom of the tank for whatever reason leaving about 4-5 gallons in the tank) a couple of times. This second one sounds like it's on its last legs as well (cluster of bees, anyone?), and it's only 4 months old. Never run dry. Of course, both were cheapo Chinese parts. The one I'm looking at next is made in California or somewhere (either CA or Texas). But I'm getting tired of replacing the thing every few months if/when it should be lasting years...

Would adding a prefilter help?

 

I ran a Holley inline pump on my 383 for years on the street with no issues.

you answered your own question;

1) Don't but cheapo parts.

2) A pre filter is a very good idea, I had one to help protect the pump.

3) Make sure the pump is compatable with ethanol blended fuel.


At least it's an inline and not in the tank pump

 

I think I'll go for the more expensive locally made pump before I shell out for the genuine Bosch pump.

Are there any pumps guaranteed to last with ethanol blends? I can get gas-only fuel, but most stations, as I'm sure you know, have ethanol based fuel.

And the ease of replacement is why I opted for the external pump. Dropping a half full tank is a PITA on a good day. Which is why I'm not looking forward to having to drop the tank to bend the fuel pickup so it will reach the bottom of the tank and let me actually use the extra 4-5 gallons in it.

 

Check out holley's website there is a chart of their electric pumps.. when in doubt buy one that is compatible with Gas / Methanol.

If the pump is good for wood alcohol (methanol)it will be fine for grain alcohol (ethanol)

 

Had great success with Holley's stuff. Just got my new Holley Blue for the Camaro in, actually.