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Brackers Posted - 16 Feb 2014 : 18:41:40
Hi everyone,

I am thinking of changing my existing fuel pump on my 1973 Rapier Fastback, to an electric one. Has anyone done this and can they give me some advice please? I hear that this can cause problems if you fit the wrong type.

Many thanks
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Brackers Posted - 16 Mar 2014 : 18:04:29
Thanks to everyone for the great feedback. Purchased the recommended pump and will be fitted soon.
Jon Posted - 17 Feb 2014 : 18:31:02
Yep the one andyb said is best but fit a filter king regulator to as it helps alot

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andyb Posted - 17 Feb 2014 : 11:21:06
You could try one of these

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Facet-Solid-State-Cube-Fuel-Pump-Kit-3-0-4-5-Psi-With-8mm-Unions-Fuel-Filter-/350990372853

my lad has one on his stiletto

sometimes nothing can be a real cool hand
petespops Posted - 16 Feb 2014 : 21:11:49
You could use something like an SU type electric pump as fitted to lots of early '60,s '70,s cars, Triumph Stag, Some Jags etc.
Earlyish Petrol Sherpa vans/ Rover 214/216 had a nice little compact unit about the size of a plastic fuel filter that was fitted in line up at the back of the car. I had this type fitted on my Pinto powered Ford Pop......never gave an ounce of trouble.
On the electrical side, you should fit a relay AND a fuel cut off inertia switch for safety in the unlikely event of a collision.
Its a bit trial and error, but you may also need a fuel regulator.

Hope this helps


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