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Re: [T3] Electric fuel pump safety


On 5 Feb 99, at 10:36, Erkson, Toby wrote:

> Is anyone out there running an electric fuel pump for their carbs that has
> some kind of safety system?

It's VERY important to do something here.  FYI, FI cars have this 
feature already.

>The pump comes with instructions on a set up using a Holley oil
> pressure
> switch (which I have) and connections to the starter but I'm not sure at
> what
> pressure the switch is set to open [the electric circuit] at -- I think
> 5-6psi
> but I should get it checked -- but I would like it to open at a lower
> pressure
> of 1-2psi.

I would think that 5-6 psi would give you good protection. 

Jim
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Jim Adney, jadney@vwtype3.org
Madison, Wisconsin, USA
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