I've been searching and pretty much know the answer, but just wanted to verify. I didn't want to deal with the dual intake setup, nor do I think I really need it.

Going to be between 500-550 RWHP on a Procharger setup. Planning to run the racetronix pump since its easy enough to install. Was debating about the hot-wire kit, but seems like I'll probably have to do that.

So will it be sufficient with or without the hot-wire kit?

 

im making 523 to 550 and Im running the racetronix kit with the hot wire kit and no problems here.

 

hotwire kit keeps your wires from melting with the racetronix pump.

 

In the installation instructions, it says not to use the factory wiring because you would not be supplying enough power to the racetronix. It could damage the pump and you won't get the full output of the pump.

 

For that power level, you do not need the dual in-tank setup. I would definitely recommend the hot wire kit though.

Shane

 

Seems like forced inductions setups require more pump than N/A applications at the same power level, I would guess due to needing to overcome the pressure introduced by the blower. Better to have too much fuel than not enough when it comes to not blowing your engine...

That said, the routing might end up being more of an issue than dual vs. single pump setups...a front mounted, boost referenced regulator might be a better choice over the factory dead head setup, but that is an entirely different issue.

 

Thanks for the responses guys. Would like to hear from a few more running it within that range.

I figured I would have to get the Hot-wire kit as well, just not a fan of having a power wire ran under the car. So I'll figure something out to make it look nice.

 

At that power level , a singe pump is enough, but I aways recommend the hotwire kit for best pump performance.


If you plan to upgrade ater, the dual pump setup may be a better option so you do not buy things twice.

 

I had the Racetronix w/ the hotwire kit on my procharged car. I maxed it out @ 7lbs. Car made close to 600rwhp at 6k. It started to run out of fuel big time up top. You will be alright if you make between 500-550.

 

I'm not FI so dunno how comparable this is, but I'm running the racetronix setup with hotwire kit with around 500rwhp N/A and a 200 shot on top of that. Plenty of fuel for me so far.

 

Please clarify.

I have a 98 and installed the 98 Racetronix kit in 2005 from Racetronix but purchased through Thunder Racing. It came with a plug and play wiring kit that replaced the stock wiring. It was my assumption that the wiring in my original kit was larger than stock enhancing electrical power to the pump as required to produce more flow.

But this thread mentions the 'hot wire' kit.

What is different about the hot wire kit vs the original wiring loom that came with the Racetronix kit?

If there is a difference then does the 'hot wire' kit replace the wiring loom that originally came with my original kit?

I don't recall (2005) there was any mention of an upgrade when I purchased the kit.

Please clarify.

 

Hotwire is a slang term for the upgrade harness. Same thing.

 

Racetronix: So the upgrade(hot wire) is this controller as displayed in pic from your site for a 98 boosting voltage for 12-13 to 16-17 ?

http://www.racetronix.com/product/RX.../Dcp_0583a.jpg

Thanks in advance.

 

No, it is the harness = 'HotWIRE'
The red module is a Kenne Bell BAP.