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Mechanical Vs Electric Fuel Pump On 225?

Discussion in 'Builds and Fabricators Forum' started by RVSwisher, Sep 29, 2021.

  1. Sep 29, 2021
    RVSwisher

    RVSwisher Member

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    While installing my Herm Ford Reverse steering box, I have noticed it is very close to my mechanical fuel pump for my Buick225. I am considering blocking off the mechanical pump and just using a electric fuel pump (keep an extra in the jeep just incase). Any thoughts or concern going with electric?

    Thanks

    RVS
     

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  2. Sep 29, 2021
    Rich M.

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    Looks like plenty of clearance to me. External electric pumps are often on the noisy side but otherwise should be fine. Depending on your choice you may need a pressure regulator / return line.
     
  3. Sep 29, 2021
    Jw60

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    Where is your power steering pump mounting?
     
  4. Sep 29, 2021
    RVSwisher

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    Its a high mount Buick pump bracket.
     

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    Jw60

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    I don't see an issue with keeping the mechanical pump for a carburetor. Maybe carry an electric pump as a spare anyway.
     
  6. Sep 29, 2021
    Norcal69

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    I think you have the Buick 455 steel PS brackets. The 350 brackets mount the pump more vertical.
    either way your fuel pump looks fine. I carried a cheap electric pump for back up.
     
  7. Oct 18, 2021
    shaun

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    Can’t you just run both? Like a mighty mite Holley electric pump to the mech. Pump. Maybe hook it to a toggle switch
     
  8. Oct 18, 2021
    Buildflycrash

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    I can personally say the mechanical pump and the Herm mount/Ford gear are VERY tight. I was not able to remove the fuel pump without removing the steering gear. First and most important is to install a new fuel pump when installing the Herm mount - That should last for years. Then like others mentioned I do also have a spare electric pump in the Jeep.
     
  9. Oct 18, 2021
    rejeep

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    These motors ran for years if not decades on mechanical fuel pumps….
     
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