Electric fuel pump on '55 Bird

[bobioknight]

Here is a great option for the wiring harness, it makes it very easy to install your new electrical pump. It allows you to use the standard wiring to power the switch, which feeds the pump from the larger gauge wiring that the pump needs. I am using a toggle switch with a small LED light so I can see when it's turned on. I am using the pump to prime the system but decided to use a toggle switch to allow me to use the pump if the mechanical pump ever fails. I can just flip the switch to keep her running without having to holding the button in.

Summit® fuel pump relays will protect your electrical system from frying under the high amp draw of your electric fuel pump. Each relay includes a 30 amp circuit breaker and relay, terminal ends, and all necessary wiring.

Here is a photo...



And a link to the store.

https://www.summitracing.com/int/par...MobileSwitchNo


I am not sure if you also need a fuse because of the included breaker, a fuse may blow too quickly. I assume if a fuse is needed that it would have been included and the instructions indicate direct connection to the battery.

Let me know if you want a photo of it all wired up.