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Old Mar 25, 2010 | 11:19 PM
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I know that there are more than a few fuel pumps that are made by aftermarket manufacturers, and working at a Chevrolet dealership I am a firm believer in OEM parts as in most cases you get what you paid for. My problem is that I simply cannot afford even my discounted price on a fuel pump from GM. So my question is which pumps have worked the best for those of you who have done a replacement swap? Granetelli, Walbro, Aeromotive, Holley, etc... Please give me some advice and/or pro's and con's about a swap that you might have done so that I can make the best informed decision. I REALLY appreciate the help guys, thanks a lot.
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Old Mar 25, 2010 | 11:50 PM
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I have a Walbro 255 and it's working well for me.
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Old Mar 26, 2010 | 01:50 PM
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The Granatelli is a Walbro, I purchased one. Had the name, part number and everything right on it. I have heard the Holley is also a Walbro.
Whatever you buy, make sure you get the install kit for it, lines, clamps and sock. And don't buy those cheap Chinese knock-offs from fleabay. Total crap.
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same here. walboro 255 FTW!
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Old Mar 26, 2010 | 09:47 PM
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Walrbro 255 here. Works excellent
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Old Mar 26, 2010 | 09:59 PM
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Where's the best place to buy a walbro 255 pump kit?
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Old Mar 26, 2010 | 10:44 PM
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Racetronix makes a pretty sweet set, is BC british columbia? Their canadian as well.
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Old Mar 27, 2010 | 12:09 AM
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i have the walbro gss340. supposed to be a high pressure version of the 255 and it doesnt fit as perfectly in the bucket as the regular 255's. test your wiring and voltage @ the pump before you install or else you will prolly end up replacing it in a few months.
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granatelli, walbro, racetronix, all the same just come with different kits to install it
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when you get the 255 dont forget to get the hotwire kit aswell
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If you can swing it might as well get the Racetronix setup, the wire kit is completely worth it.
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Originally Posted by camar0corey
get the Racetronix setup, the wire kit is completely worth it.
Wise advice though...ditto that

The Racetronix fuel injectors are way better than stocks and other brands
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