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Old 09-17-2006, 08:01 AM
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fuel system

I am considering using an areomotive pump that I have that flows 150gph at 18 to 20 psi, to eliminate my carter. I figured I could get all the brass fittings at my local hardware store and the fuel lines at my local automotive store.

What size fuel lines should I run? I was thinking 3/8 id, or should I go 1/2 id.

Is 18 to 20 psi going to be to high for the vp44?

Do you need to change the return side? If so what size line?

Should I run 3/8 to the filter then 1/2 to the pump?

Do most of you guys relocate and use a new style of filter?

Sorry for all the questions but I already have the pump and I think I could do everything for about $50.00
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3/8 is plenty, and 18-20 psi is the sweet spot!
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Do you think the stock pick up will be able to handle 160 gallons per hour.?
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The stock pick up handles 150 gph from a FASS with no problems.... so Yes.

18-20 psi is not too high. MY newer FASS spring runs 18-19 psi and I like it better than the previous 14-15 spring, but I can't give you solid data as to why. No downside I know of below 22 psi.

FASS uses 3/8" lines which is more than enough. The high flow systems out there use 1/2" but I believe that is just to provide greater fuel reservoir for the smaller Carter pumps and would not be needed with your Aeromotive 150.

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Thanks. Do you have to drop the tank to change the lines?
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Not if you have small enough hands

Look on FASS' web site for install instructions. They cover the subject well.
http://www.dieselpp.com/

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