Re: [T3] 71 Fastback, now in refit

[Steven Ayres <comwest@att.net>]

<x-flowed>SteveJ=> what the heck is that canister?

It's part of the fuel system left over from the FI. It'll have no 
function in your new system; even its original functionality is dubious. 
However, if it's in really good condition, someone here may want it.

=> do I need this electric fuel pump, or am I better off with the 
mechanical one?

If it's an FI VW fuel pump, you won't be able to use it as the pressure 
will be too much for the carbs. (Sell it, it's worth money.) If it's 
aftermarket and puts out carb pressure (usually under 10psi), it may be 
useful, but most of them are noisy crap.

The mechanical pumps come in two flavors that look exactly the same, 
Type 1 and dual-carb Type 3, distinguishable by the part number (111 or 
311 prefix). The Type 3 pumps put out about a third more pressure, 5psi 
new. You'll have to check your carb manual to determine how much 
pressure you'll need. If it's more than 5, you'll want to go shopping 
for an appropriate pump/regulator combo.

Steven Ayres, Prescott AZ
'66 KG1600

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