I am buying a 2001 from a buddy with a cracked 53 block for a great deal. I got a short block sitting here ready to drop in. My main question is: i want the darn IP to last so i want to change out the lift pump. I am keeping it as a stock fueled truck. So would a holley blue pump be big enough for do i need something bigger. I am new to the electronic world as my 1st gen didnt have any. .

 

yes holly blue will b enough .... it was for me till i stacked a smarty on top of my edge and its still was fine till you put it to the floor

 

You may also consider looking into changing the cam in the shortblock and going to a mechanical lift pump setup like a 12 valve. You could also use a cheap electric pump for easy priming when needed (fuel filter change, etc.). It's hard to beat the mechanical pumps for reliability. For electric pump reliability, I think I would stay away from the holley. It is not designed for diesel and is less than a stellar performer even on gas. I have one on mine as an emergency backup if my FASS were to die out on the road but have not needed it yet. I think FASS or Airdog are the way to go for electric pump reliability....maybe a bit more expensive but VERY reliable and better filtration.

 

With the cam and 12V setup you do not need any other pumps. I am running this setup and have been for years.

Priming is NOT a problem with this setup! I don't even have to crack injector lines after an injector swap!


Dave

 

I was thinking about that since the block i have is a 12valve and has the cam in already. Whats the psi that is recommended to the IP? thanks

 

the manual says 15 psi but some including me have run 21 with no problems.... i'm currently running around 12 with my campaign pump on the frame and the racor pre pump filter

 

What psi does the 2nd gen piston pump put out? Will it be enough for a stock truck and eventually a programmer?