| gdornfeld | -- 10-10-2010 @ 2:53 PM |
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I had a C&G electric Fuel Pump on my 1939 Ford (6 volt) for a few years until it failed. I am not sure if it failed as a result of fuel tank contamination, as I subsequently had to replace the tank, but I just ran a hose in its place and drove on. I want to once again install an electric fuel pump. I can either get another C&G unit with a pressure reducer, or, I can purchase one from Fifth Avenue Antique Auto Parts. I saw the latter's ad in Hemmings for an alcohol compatible pump that will not require a pressure reducer. Does anyone have any experience with this pump from Fifth Avenue?
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| kubes40 | -- 10-10-2010 @ 3:04 PM |
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I am thrilled with 5th avenue pumps. They are quiet and being gear driven, there will be no future fuel related problems to deal with. One caution... the clamps they use to secure the filter to the pump is a poor 'fit'. Replace it with a .50ยข worm type clamp right away.
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| ford38v8 | -- 10-10-2010 @ 6:12 PM |
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Mike, is this pump a flow-through? And does it really not need a regulator? Thanks, Alan
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| kubes40 | -- 10-11-2010 @ 5:41 AM |
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It is in fact a flow through type and does not require a regulator. Pressure is about 2 1/2#. While there are other, slightly less costly pumps available, those are all (from what research I have done) the diaphragm type. As many of us have experienced first hand, the diaphragm type will not hold up to today's fuels. To me, saving a few bucks 'today' is simply not a good idea in the grand scheme of things. This message was edited by kubes40 on 10-13-10 @ 2:01 PM
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| 32hoke | -- 10-12-2010 @ 3:02 PM |
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I recently put an electric fuel pump on one of our cars and I bought it at NAPA. The cost was $57.85 and it works fine.
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