Finally! A question where I feel I actually have the answer! I purchased an electric fuel pump to replace the dodgy mechanical pump in my '70 Mk3, and so far have been quite happy with the results. I have opted to install without a pressure regulator, and have noticed no difference in driveability versus the original pump (my car is 1296cc with the single stromberg carb, freeflow air filter and full monza exhaust setup). Here is where I got my pump, for just $33. It is a Purolator, but I understand it is the exact same as the Facet pumps many have used in their Triumphs and Fiats. Very simple solid state affair, no points to gap or clean. It has been very reliable for me so far:
http://www.midwayautosupply.com/detailedproductdescription.asp?2808 When installing the pump, you can either get a fuel pump blockoff plate (I've got one from a big block Chevy V8, needs a few minor mods to seal right) or just leave the original pump in place, but plug the output to relieve pressure on the pump arm. Make sure you put an inline filter between the gas tank and the new pump so it doesn't get chewed up inside. Hope this helps! Adam '70 Spitfire Mk3 '03 Saab 9-3SS __________________________________ SBC Yahoo! DSL - Now only $29.95 per month! http://sbc.yahoo.com /// [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailing list /// Send admin requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] /// or try http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool /// Archives at http://www.team.net/archive /// Send list postings to [EMAIL PROTECTED] /// Edit your replies! If they include this trailer, they will NOT be sent.
