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Old Jul 24, 2008 | 02:51 PM
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I'm going for a fully forged 396 build around 500hp at the crank. Now I've used the calculator and it comes out at 40.6 lb. I've read up on other posts but I'm still not sure. What will work with stock fuel rails and computer, and have enough to supply extra fuel for a 100 (dry) shot, I have an additional Zex inline fuel pump. I imagine that going to large is similar to using too large a size carb. Guess what I'm hoping is that some of you guys have a solution. Thanks in advance.
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would do 42s
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where is the calculator you used?? as i need it aswell
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Originally Posted by WHITEBOY_ZACH
where is the calculator you used?? as i need it aswell
Here the link.

http://www.rceng.com/technical.aspx

Scroll down to the bottom - Hope it helps
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I was going to say 42's as welll. You will be using an upgraded walbro fuel pump right?
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I was going to say 42's as welll. You will be using an upgraded walbro fuel pump right?
Hi ss.slp.ls1,

Hoping my Zex would handle it .

What flow rate should I be looking for ?

Are these things noisy ?
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With a 396 I would suggest using at least a Walbro 255lph pump. You can get a kit from Racetronix for ~$150.
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Originally Posted by chevythunderz28
Hi ss.slp.ls1,

Hoping my Zex would handle it .

What flow rate should I be looking for ?

Are these things noisy ?
The Zex pump is for stock cubes + 100 shot, not a 500 horse 396 + 100 shot.
The Racetronix kit is a plug n play direct replacement. I have one in my car, its not very noisy.
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well it looks like i dont need the calculator anymore ill be doing that aswell.
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42 lbers and a racetronics 255 kit will be plenty
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