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Old 02-12-2008, 01:28 PM
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Can I use my stock fuel pump and a set of #36 Bosch injectors for my application? (see my sig).
I actually have the inline fuel pump supplied by Vortech and I don't like it (it interfers with the brake lines... I'd prefer a clean installation).
If this pump isn't strong enough I'll go wit a stronger intank pump.
Any suggestion? (Of course I'd prefer to keep the stock pump! I just don't know if it delivers enough fuel...)

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I would rec. upgrading the pump you will need more fuel than the stock pump can handle.

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Originally Posted by Nasty N8
I would rec. upgrading the pump you will need more fuel than the stock pump can handle.

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I saw a nice kit from Racetronix for an intank pump.
Ist that an overkill?
Are there disadventages using a too big pump?

Another thing: what regulates the fuel pressure? Is there a regulator in the return line inside the tank? (I guess so... )
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Just throw an in-tank Walbro in there. Cheap as chips, and they flow very well.

Or for a little more, and slightly more awkward to fit, throw a Bosch 044 in-tank.
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Originally Posted by stevieturbo
Just throw an in-tank Walbro in there. Cheap as chips, and they flow very well.

Or for a little more, and slightly more awkward to fit, throw a Bosch 044 in-tank.
Do you know if I can keep the original harness?
Are the cables thick enough for bigger pumps?
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I personally wouldnt be concerned about the wiring. Most of the time current draw would be about the same.
The only time current draw might get higher, is under high loads. Which are short duration.




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