I've been having issues with my mechanical fuel pump here in NM also. Ill
be very interested in hearing the proper way to convert to electric as
well. I've heard a friend say not to buy the $100+ racing fuel pumps as
they are unnecessary and extremely loud.
My 2 cents,
Luke
On Tuesday, August 20, 2013, Arizona Pride! wrote:
> **
>
>
> Electric fuel pumps, properly installed prevent vapor locks.
>
> ________________________________
> From: Jonas Thaler <jonastha...@jonasthaler.com <javascript:_e({},
> 'cvml', 'jonasthaler%40jonasthaler.com');>>
> To: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com <javascript:_e({}, 'cvml',
> 'old-chevy-truck%40yahoogroups.com');>
> Sent: Tuesday, August 20, 2013 7:45 PM
> Subject: Re: [old-chevy-truck] fuel pump question
>
>
> Speaking of electric fuel pumps..
>
> I seem to remember that an electric fuel pump can be advantageous at high
> altitudes. We live part time at 4800ft (NM) and often drive quite a bit
> higher from there. I haven't brought my 59 3200 (235) out yet from
> California but I am intending to do so soon. Anyone have any suggestions?
>
> Yeah, I'm that guy who's always trying to solve problems before they even
> happen!
>
> =-=-=jonas
>
> On Aug 20, 2013, at 6:16 PM, Arizona Pride! <tikua...@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> > I buy my electric fuel pumps from Firth Avenue Antique Auto Parts, in
> Kansas. They are gear driven and used by many participants in the Great
> Races. I just put one on my 1950 Chevy, 4 door, Styleline Deluxe, in order
> to prepare for a cross country road trip. They aren't cheap; but many have
> made it across the Ghobi Desert in Africa.
> >
> > ________________________________
> > From: "Goulet, John A." <gou...@wpi.edu>
> > To: "old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com" <old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com>
> > Sent: Tuesday, August 20, 2013 4:49 PM
> > Subject: [old-chevy-truck] fuel pump question
> >
> >
> > hi!
> >
> > Those of you who use an electric fuel pump - - what brand do you use and
> what kind of life do you
> > get out of them?
> >
> > Thanks!
> > john
> > ________________________________
> > From: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com [old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com]
> on behalf of Willy Morrison [willymorri...@yahoo.com]
> > Sent: Tuesday, August 20, 2013 7:48 PM
> > To: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com
> > Subject: Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: Truck for sale
> >
> > Making my annual pilgrimage and looking for a unmolested Chevy pick-up.
> I fly into San Antonio on Aug 28th with a friend. He is buying an 2011 GMC
> truck and I'm buying a car hauler and any antique truck I can find.
> > My route passes by Dallas, Little Rock, Memphis, Louisville, Cincinnati,
> Cleveland, Buffalo all the way to Boston and back into Atlantic Canada. I
> can go off route for a nice truck.
> > I had a 1950 but was too rough for my skill set. I've been a not so
> active member of Old Chevy Truck for almost 8 years.
> > I know you guys love your trucks but if someone is looking for a good
> home for one they aren't using or have a buddy I'd greatly appreciate the
> lead.
> > Thanks in advance for your consideration.
> >
> > Willy Morrison
> > Cape Breton, Nova Scotia
> >
> > ________________________________
> > From: Standard Man <jawr1...@sbcglobal.net<mailto:
> jawr1861%40sbcglobal.net>>
> > To: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com<mailto:
> old-chevy-truck%40yahoogroups.com>
> > Sent: Monday, July 29, 2013 9:14:35 PM
> > Subject: [old-chevy-truck] Re: Truck for sale
> >
> > --- In old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com<mailto:
> old-chevy-truck%40yahoogroups.com>, "ksfarmmer" <rsims2@...> wrote:
> > >
> > > Not mine, but a neighbor has 1950 1/2 ton he really wants to get rid
> of. Looks complete, except somebody stole the starter, battery and coil. He
> is looking to sell so I am guessing that you could get it for $500-1000 or
> less. Body is decent didn't see much rust. Always shedded, now covered in
> dust. Tag is dated 1977 so it hasn't run in a bit. I'd snap it up in a
> heart beat
>
>
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