Fuel pump recommendations pls

[jac04]

Jac - you still have your lightweight ?

Yes Sir. I even drive it sometimes.

[TedW]

Ted- Are you running this pump on a Weber? Do you need to use any type of regulator?

jac: What do you mean by a regulator?

Yes, I run it with a Weber - there is a site that specializes in Webers and they say that this pump is just right in terms of pressure, flow, etc. for Weber carbs. It is a bit buzzy - I mounted it to the front of the fuel tank outrigger, so it's right below the passenger's feet.

I bought the optional oil pressure switch - the pump doesn't get any juice if the motor isn't running and producing oil pressure - handy in an accident.

Ted

[Tbedman]

Try petronix iginition system. It works great. After 2 months sitting starts every time.

[TeriAnn]

very good, thanks.
So a 4-6psi range should suffice I think for the Weber, need to check if they come with specific fittings or a range in a kit...

Both Webers & the LR carbs like about 3lbs pressure & high volume. The low pressure version of a Facet will work but stay away from the higher psi pumps. Too high a pressure than the float valve gets overwhelmed.

The stock mechanical pump of course designed to work properly with the LR carbs and happens to work well with both the Weber and Rochester.

[siii8873]

I had this issue with one of my trucks. It ended up being a very minor air leak in th line before the pump. The pump would not pick up fuel if it sat. If I primed the carb a couple of times it would start and run fine. After I tightened all fittings it worked fine.