Electric Fuel pumps

[frank13]

If anybody shops at AutoZone Here are some part numbers I went and looked up thinking of you 240 owners.

For an OE type pump I found Beck/Arnley #151-5725 $66.90. This is not a lifetime warranty pump. I did not pull one out of the box to check it out. I realize now that I should have. I will go back to do this latter.

For those of us that have '70-'72's I found a universal pump. Master universal fuel pump #E8016S. This is wired through the oil pressure switch according to the instructions. 2.5-4.5 lbs. 12V. This is a lifetime warranty pump. Which means at AutoZone if it ever goes out you get a new one free. $34.99. Comes with a bracket and acouple pieces of hose. Nice little kit for stock carbs. They also had a couple other pumps for much more.

Also if any one is looking for AutoZone wire sets which are also LLT try part # 9677. These are for a 80-83 810 Maxima (L24E). Green box are red 7mm wires look cool but not made any more. Black/orange box are black. Look stock and are also 7mm. Not bad for $18.:devious:

[Bambikiller240]

No offense meant, but I have had rotton experience with AutoZone lifetime warrenteed products. Like returning the starter 4 times in 2 years. Sure, it isn't a big job to replace the starter, but being stranded with a car that won't start SUCKS. I would rather pay a bit more for a higher quality product than is available at AutoZone.

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www.pegasusautoracing.com offers electric FACET brand fuel pumps (Pegasus P/N #1105 and 1106) that appear identical to the units sold by Nissan.

ALSO

http://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/eppages/interrupterpump.php offers the same type of pumps. They are used on some aircraft and by racers. You want either the 480545 or the 478360. The first one has an anti-siphon feature and the second one doesn't. I don't think the factory one did.

PS, our member George Cohn discovered these pumps and posted the info to the 240z.org mail list. props to George!

[frank13]

Very impressive site. Much more impressive prices for the hi/po parts. No offense taken Carl. I just wanted to let out some part numbers and very local options. AutoZone is nation wide. Yes lifetime parts can be a crap shot because of the process of remarketing used parts. At the same time lots of the parts can be new. The parts I listed were new. Also my '71 doesn't have the supplemental electric pump. If any of the members also diddn't have it and wanted to add to the existing system with out losing all thier beer money for the weekend this is not a bad deal. Then again the prices of those facet pumps is very worth the few extra bucks & the wait to be shiped. But any time i can find parts for our rides I would like to share them as options to keep them running:devious:

[Zrush]

When my fuel pump let go, I was offered either a after market one or an OEM pump (Bosch). That's what was on the car so I figured it was a Bosch fuel injection system. My car is a 77 280. I opted to pay for a brand new one rather than a rebuilt one. Set me back a couple hundred dollars but it was worth it. I don't know too much about any other pump that would retro fit the car.

Good luck!:classic:

[ChrisA]

Any suggestions for which aftermarket electric pump is the quietest. I have a Holley Red pump and that thing is driving me nuts with its loud rattle.

The two links that Carl provided look interesting but I wonder how quiet they are. I had the stock cylindrical pump but chucked it years ago. I have heard that the square Facet pumps are quite loud.

Thanks in advance.

Chris

[240ZX]

ChrisA,

You may want to consider a gear type pump as opposed to the pulse type pumps that you mentioned. I went through the same exercise on my 70 Z, and I even went to the trouble of mounting the pulse type pump on an isolation pad.........still heard the hammering from the pump. I currently run a Mallory gear type pump (pressure output is adjustable on the pump as well) and have been satisfied with it. The only time I hear it is when I first turn the key to "ON". Once the Z is running, I never notice it. Very nicely built units, I might add. Just remember that you only need about 4psi for the SU type carbs. Any more pressure than that and fuel will start bypassing the needle/seat assemblies in the carbs, especially if they are old and worn needle/seats. Ok, new needle /seat assemblies will take more than 4 psi., but that won't last for long. Results will be, the car runs richer and richer as time goes on. There are other gear type pumps out there beside Mallory....I just like Mallory products! Hope this helps you out a little.

[ChrisA]

Hey Tom, thanks for the fast reply on that pump. I will check it out. I did like you did and mounted mine on a rubber pad and it still hammers like mad.

Chris

[gundee]

I use the pump that Carl referenced. Mine came from nissan but I am sure it is the same. With the engine running I cannot hear it.

Use the rubber mounts also. Its been on for 15 years but is only driven during the summer.

[sblake01]

Originally posted by Bambikiller240

No offense meant, but I have had rotten experience with AutoZone lifetime warranteed products. I would rather pay a bit more for a higher quality product than is available at AutoZone.

Higher quality or at least something that works! I bought a fan cluctch for my 810 from the local AutoZone. It ran the car even hotter than the bad stock one did! I exchanged it and the 'new' one did the same thing. When I took it back, the manager of the store said he would exchange it once more but after that no more. At that point I demanded and received a refund. Even that was a hassle. I had to show him the wording of the warranty. I've not been there since. I guess I would go there for wiper blades, oil filters, etc., but unless you're looking for a bunch of ricer-type dress-up items I'd steer clear of AutoZone.

[ricksaia]

Rumor has it that the electric fuel pump from a mid 80's Mazda RX-7 works well. Is this true? Would be a real cheap alternative to a new electric fuel pump. Rick.

[zed240au]

i have a holley blue pump which i find good but anoying when you turn the key on and its buzzing away had a carter before that which did the same but once the motors running i dont hear it so it suits me

Mick