6 volt fuel pumps

Spider

Spider

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I'm interested in what type of 6 volt fuel pump your using and where guys are mounting and running the pump and fuel lines if your running a down draft carb on your Model A.

Mine is starving of fuel and it looks like I will need a fuel pump

Cheers
 
I ran a Stewart Warner 6 volt pump which I mounted near the tank on my 48. I later ended up replacing and keeping the mechanical pump. Still have it if you are looking for one. Just let me know. I have a holley regulator with it as well.
 
Mac's sells a small quiet low pressure inline Carter 6 Volt electric pump that you do not need to use a regulator with. Should make the installation simpler.

This pump will work well for your application BUT it will NOT WORK if you are using it in conjunction with a mechanical pump, such for a "Primer Pump" for a V-8. The Mechanical Pump WILL NOT pull fuel thru it.

Chris
 
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Spider said:
I'm interested in what type of 6 volt fuel pump your using and where guys are mounting and running the pump and fuel lines if your running a down draft carb on your Model A.

Mine is starving of fuel and it looks like I will need a fuel pump

Cheers
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Mac sells a pump that is used for down drafts. It is listed by their down draft carberators and manifolds. It is suppose to bolt on the frame and comes with steel fuel lines.
 
Thanks for the help guys. My car runs good when the tank is full but when it gets low I have problems.

I don't have a mechanical pump, I just don't have enough height difference from the tank to the carb now I'm running a down draft carb instead of the original up draft.

The Carter pump sound like what I need.
 
Spider said:
Thanks for the help guys. My car runs good when the tank is full but when it gets low I have problems.

I don't have a mechanical pump, I just don't have enough height difference from the tank to the carb now I'm running a down draft carb instead of the original up draft.

The Carter pump sound like what I need.
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Have you checked the gas tank filter in the bottom of the tank? Sounds like there may be sediment built up around it that prevents the fuel from flowing below a certain level. Just a thought.
 
I am using a 6v pump from Mac's at the tank in line with the stock mechanical pump for my 41, works well for priming after long periods of slumber or when I experience a bit of vapor lock.
 
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