Will an inline fuel pump work?

Will an inline fuel pump work?

A small, inline electric fuel pump, like the Bosch electric fuel pump, will work but there are several problems associated with any external pump. Let’s say that you install the pump and plumb a large delivery fuel line and also install the proper fuel pressure regulator.

Do you need a return line on a fuel pump?

Return-style systems require fuel pumps to work all the time—it never shuts off as long as the engine’s running, which can shorten the life of the pump. Your plumbing system can become more complicated because you have to run a separate return line from the regulator to the tank.

Can you replace an in tank fuel pump with a inline?

This video shows how an in-tank electric fuel / diesel pump can be modified to keep the existing fuel gage / sender unit and remove the faulty intank pump, replacing it with an easy accessible in-line fuel pump. Many vehicles, including my Citroen picasso are fitted with an in-tank fuel pump.

How close does an electric fuel pump need to be to the tank?

They should be mounted no more than two feet from the gas tank. It is critical that they are mounted close to the level of the bottom of the gas tank. Mounting them higher will cause poor performance and premature failure. They may have noticeable noise and vibration.

Where is the best place to mount a electric fuel pump?

The universal fuel pump should be mounted below the fuel tank, as all fuel pumps do not have equal lift capabilities. Also, the pump must be mounted below the carburetor to avoid possible vapor lock conditions from occurring.

How much pressure does a inline fuel pump have?

An electric fuel pump is used on engines with fuel injection to pump fuel from the gas tank to the injectors. The pump must deliver the fuel under high pressure (typically 30 to 85 psi depending on the application) so the injectors can spray the fuel into the engine.

Can a fuel return line be too big?

Fuel Return Line Size and Installation When using a Return Style Fuel Pressure Regulator, it must be able to return 100% of the fuel back to the tank. The Fuel Return Line should be at least the same size, or one size larger than the supply. Make sure there are no sharp bends or kinks.

Does an electric fuel pump need a regulator?

Most lever style mechanical fuel pumps don’t require a regulator and some electric fuel pumps even have the regulator built right into them, and eliminating the need to purchase an external unit.

Where is the best place to install an electric fuel pump?

Does length of fuel line matter?

Does size really matter when it comes to fuel lines? According to the fuel delivery system experts at Fuelab, it does. It’s because fuel line size and length have a direct effect on the amount of fuel pressure drop your fuel system will experience.

Can you replace a mechanical fuel pump with an electric fuel pump?

You have two options: 1. Leave the mechanical pump in place and put an electric one by the tank: You can do this if you want to keep your mechanical fuel pump as a backup in case your electric fuel pump gives out. This is arguably unnecessary because electric fuel pumps are designed to last a long time.