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Old 01-22-2010, 02:56 AM   #9
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The mechanical pump I used was a "Racepump" brand pistion pump. They appear to be very sensitive to inlet restriction....I got stranded on the freeway with that POS. I have heard of others with the same problem. (Vapor lock). I would never trust a mechanical pump to keep up with 700+hp. Remember, it's volume and pressure at higher boost levels. Just do the A-1000 and don't look back. BTW, I am feeding it with -12 (3/4 in.) from the tank, and -8 (1/2 in.) to the regulator on the fenderwell. The return line is -6 (3/8 in.).
Damn, glad I asked. A1000 it is. I think I should do this before I do the intercooler, on second thought.
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