Fuel pressure question - HELP!

Stang_ROTY · 05-26-2003, 11:10 AM

Chris,

Yes I do have a mech gauge. Thanks for letting me know about this. This fuel system was given to me with the car so I had a bad feeling about it. It's one of the old style Cartech systems that REALLY loud while running...which makes me think that I should start saving for a new pump soon. I will replace the reglator ASAP and check to see if pressure is maintained after I shut down the car with the new one. Didn't Aeromotive make Cartech products?? If so, I should be able to contact them or get a new regulator through Summit.

I didn't know that pressure was to be maintained but now that you mention it it makes a lot of sense. This is probably my reason for my costant starting problems. And when I turn the key to ignition I've lerned that I need to wait until I hear the pump "build pressure" before I start her.

Also, the steel braided fuel line has spots on it where it looks like it's brown or been burnt, but isn't leaking. Is this a problem also??

Regarding engine oil....I saw that Mobil 1 offers a 15-50 formula for "performace driving", should I use that and if not what do you recommend for a new engine with 800 miles on it?

Thanks for the help once again!

05-26-2003, 11:10 AM	#16
Stang_ROTY Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Berkshire County - Massachusetts Posts: 735	Chris, Yes I do have a mech gauge. Thanks for letting me know about this. This fuel system was given to me with the car so I had a bad feeling about it. It's one of the old style Cartech systems that REALLY loud while running...which makes me think that I should start saving for a new pump soon. I will replace the reglator ASAP and check to see if pressure is maintained after I shut down the car with the new one. Didn't Aeromotive make Cartech products?? If so, I should be able to contact them or get a new regulator through Summit. I didn't know that pressure was to be maintained but now that you mention it it makes a lot of sense. This is probably my reason for my costant starting problems. And when I turn the key to ignition I've lerned that I need to wait until I hear the pump "build pressure" before I start her. Also, the steel braided fuel line has spots on it where it looks like it's brown or been burnt, but isn't leaking. Is this a problem also?? Regarding engine oil....I saw that Mobil 1 offers a 15-50 formula for "performace driving", should I use that and if not what do you recommend for a new engine with 800 miles on it? Thanks for the help once again! __________________ Red 1993 GT Street Machine Best E.T. - 12.41/Best MPH = 108 Engine is a 1969 351 block w/393 stroker kit. Dynamic Roller Myte C4, 8 pt cage. Edlebrock Performer heads and Victor Jr. EFI, FRPP 30lb injectors & Cartech fuel system. MSD ignition. Sothside Machine bars & Sub-frames, adj. upper's, 3.73's, Koni rear shocks, much more

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