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Old Jun 29, 2006 | 01:39 PM
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Guys ,I like to know what I should be aware of when wiring for the in tank pump. That kind of scares me electrik wires being in the tank with gasoline.
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Old Jun 29, 2006 | 01:43 PM
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Secure connections and routing only were they should be or not be. Follow manufactors and OEM guide lines and instructions.

I had the same fear when I converted my 84 Z28 to a intake pump. I am still alive after 10+ years.. (crossing fingers now)
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Old Jun 29, 2006 | 02:49 PM
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I dont know any OEM guidelines. My wory is that when i build a sump pump how careful I have to be with the wires connecting to the pump. Electric inside tank and gasoline being conductive scares me.
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I had the same fear as you, but you should have no problem with anything, as I'm told gas is a good insulator. Check out this discussion on that issue: Is Gasoline Electrically Conductive?
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Thank you man. That was a good read.
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on a side note: anyone worried about voltage in a tank, think about this ... the fuel level sender is a 12 volt circuit and that has never raised an eyebrow!!!!
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