CenturyArabian454
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Hello,
I'm thinking about adding an inline electric fuel pump for priming purposes. I'm running a mechanical fuel pump but it does not seem to hold its prime.
I've heard not to convert completely to electric. Not sure why, Holley makes a Marine Red Pump with 7 PSI and 97 GPH (my application (400HPx0.5(BSFC))/6=33.33GPH needed), so the red pump would be perfect. Plus the red pump draws 2 amps, US Coast Guard approved, and is self-regulating, no need for a regulator.
Anyway, my main concern is that the boat takes way too long to start. Would I be able to put in a cheap in line fuel pump without bypassing the mechanical?
Thanks,
I'm thinking about adding an inline electric fuel pump for priming purposes. I'm running a mechanical fuel pump but it does not seem to hold its prime.
I've heard not to convert completely to electric. Not sure why, Holley makes a Marine Red Pump with 7 PSI and 97 GPH (my application (400HPx0.5(BSFC))/6=33.33GPH needed), so the red pump would be perfect. Plus the red pump draws 2 amps, US Coast Guard approved, and is self-regulating, no need for a regulator.
Anyway, my main concern is that the boat takes way too long to start. Would I be able to put in a cheap in line fuel pump without bypassing the mechanical?
Thanks,