Fuel pump

[Leo]

I'm thinking about adding an electric fuel pump. I have been told it will make bleeding the system easier and can replace the mechanical pump if it fails.
My question is where should I place it? At the fuel tank? Or?

Thanks.

Lennie (aka Leo)

[INCOMMUNICADO]

Leo, I mounted mine on the top of the fuel tank to a piece of teak 5200 in place with the switching valves and a on off switch in the engine compartment.Hope this helps. Allen

[Randy]

A much simplier solution is to install a rubber fuel primer bulb near the fuel tank. I think one costs about $10. No wiring. Nothing to break. Simple.

[Leo]

Thanks Allen, That seems like a good location. What pump did you install? I read somewhere that they recommended placing it between the primary filter and the secondary fuel filters. No reason was given so I thought I would ask around.
And Randy, the bulb would work for bleeding but not as a replacement for the mechanical pump.

Thanks!

Len

[eveningebb]

I mounted a simple 12 volt fuel pump on the bulkhead below my primary racor fuel filter.  It is plumbed from a y-valve after the primary filter to a t-fitting before the mechanical fuel lift pump on the engine.  To use it, I turn the y-valve and turn on the pump.  It can be used for bleeding or to replace the mechanical lift pump.  The racor filter protects the fuel pump from any impurities.

Dirk

[INCOMMUNICADO]

Len,sorry it took so long to get back to you,I searched my files for a receipt and looked at the pump on the boat and can't find the brand.The pump came from NAPA twelve volt about six psi in line.I know that's not much if I find more I will let you know. Allen

[graemek]

hi
I would place the pump as near to the tank as possable ,only reason if you get a leak it will leak fuel and be easy to spot,if it is at the engine end it places the pipe system under vacuum sucking in air a lot harder to find

[Leo]

First, Thanks for all the input. I found a section in the book; Off Shore Sailing,
200 Essential Passage Making Tips. Tip #130 recommends an Airtex E80125 automotive type pump to be installed between the primary and secondary filters.