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Old May 29, 2004 | 11:34 PM
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I was just wondering a couple of things. Did everyone use stock modified driveshafts or new ones, and what are the advantages or disadvantages of using an inline fuel pump instead of a submerged one. Finally what size inline to go with. Thanks a lot ahead of time.................
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I was just wondering a couple of things. Did everyone use stock modified driveshafts or new ones, and what are the advantages or disadvantages of using an inline fuel pump instead of a submerged one. Finally what size inline to go with. Thanks a lot ahead of time.................
I've heard people recommend a submerged fuel pump because it keeps the fuel cooler.
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I was just wondering a couple of things. Did everyone use stock modified driveshafts or new ones, and what are the advantages or disadvantages of using an inline fuel pump instead of a submerged one. Finally what size inline to go with. Thanks a lot ahead of time.................
Custom driveshaft (about $260). Inline fuel pumps are louder than in-tank pumps, because the submerged ones are muffled by the fuel and also inside of the tank.

Size of pump will depend on your horsepower level. You just need an EFI type pump, as they produce much higher fuel pressures than typical carburetor electric pumps. You need 50-65 psi for most LS1 swaps.
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submerged pumps are cooled by the fuel as well, so those can tend to last longer. gonna depend on your chassis / fuel tank setup as to whether that's the way for you to go though.
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