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06-23-2023, 07:42 PM | #41 |
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Re: Airtex E8902 Debacle
I drive 98% of the time, with the factory dual action mechanical pump, in the car. I use it to fill the float bowl, after sitting for a long period of time and blowing the vapor lock bubbles through the system when that occurs.
Well since it appears Airtex E8902 electric fuel pumps are no more, I think I may have found the replacement or at least a backup for mine (that is performing beautifully by the way). The requirements are: 6 volt pos ground, flow through design, works with modern gas, and can be used as a primary or primer pump. Yes it's made in China. But for all intensive purposes it appears to be the same design as the E8902 and have the same specks, so I bought one and tested it and it works as advertised. From my tests with a multi meter, it appears the motor is isolated from the housing. Interesting, as to how they advertise it, as to application. https://www.amazon.com/AUTOKAY-Elect...e%2C118&sr=1-5 |
06-23-2023, 08:24 PM | #42 |
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It sure looks like the Airtex. I ordered one as a spare. Thanks Merc.
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06-23-2023, 11:27 PM | #43 |
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It looks like a number of companies sell similar 6 Volt fuel pumps on Amazon. They look pretty much identical and some are quite a bit cheaper than Autokay's.
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06-24-2023, 07:52 AM | #44 |
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06-24-2023, 08:57 AM | #46 | |
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You may have to use a pressure regulator with this pump. Stay Safe! Pat |
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06-24-2023, 09:12 AM | #47 |
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I agree, if you use it full time, but other wise if it is is only used for filling the float bowl or clearing vapor lock, I think it could be sued with out a regulator. The Airtex had similar pressure specks and I have use it for 13 years without out a regulator. But maybe rather safe than sorry.
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06-24-2023, 02:17 PM | #48 |
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It pays to research the prices on this type of pump. There is a Wide variety of prices. all different for the same pump.
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06-25-2023, 12:08 PM | #49 |
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Fords ran for years as designed. As long as I have kept my stock pumps working properly I haven’t had a problem in over 40 years. People seem to want to bandage the problem with electric pumps.
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I have been driving flat heads for 45 years.I have never owned an electric pump.If everything is right,whats the purpose?
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10-06-2023, 07:45 PM | #51 |
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Regarding your question of when to turn the pump off, with my Airtex there is a distinct sound of the pump slowing down as the carb needle valve closes. That’s when I shut the pump off and try to start the motor. My ‘53 has two 94 carbs, so it takes what I’m guessing l to be 20+ seconds. I’ve had no problems in 15 years with my Airtex, but it’s used only for priming.
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10-06-2023, 08:09 PM | #52 |
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10-08-2023, 11:34 AM | #53 |
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One purpose is to not have to grind on the starter when the car has sat for a long period of time and the fuel has evaporated out of the bowls. I am going to add one to my 32 Cabriolet for just this purpose and use the mechanical pump the rest of the time.
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10-08-2023, 12:18 PM | #54 |
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About 25 years ago, I removed the electric pump from my '51 and bought a $.29 condiment squeeze bottle at the Dollar Store. The squeeze bottle doesn't seem to mind being filled with gas, and it takes minimal effort to remove the air cleaner and give it a squirt when needed.
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10-08-2023, 02:35 PM | #55 |
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The electric pump comes in handy, when you are driving along and you get a good case or vapor lock and the engine begins to slow down. I then simply flip on the switch to the pump and the engine picks right back up and you are on your way. I usually leave it on or about a minute, then turn it off and the mechanical pump takes over again.
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10-09-2023, 07:29 PM | #56 |
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I've used this on my '35 now for three years. Works great! Mounted underneath on the driver's inside frame rail. Fuel filter and ball valve cutoff in line, toggle switch under dash.
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10-10-2023, 11:28 AM | #58 |
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BobR, Where did you get the ball valve cutoff? I have not installed my pump yet and all my work is done on my back in the yard. The thought of gas down the arm is unpleasant. A good leakproof cutoff is what I need to have when changing the filter. JPL
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10-10-2023, 12:59 PM | #59 |
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I have a ball valve on one of my cars but not on the others. I slip rubber hose over the jaws of a pair of vice grips, adjust the vice grip tension and squeeze the rubber hose adjacent to the fuel filter. Works great for me.
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10-10-2023, 02:42 PM | #60 |
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