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Old 10-08-2023, 09:08 PM
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Originally Posted by Dick Boneske View Post
Is there a reasonable source for the spring that regulates fuel pressure in these pumps? During the past five years, I've had more than a dozen Tri-Power owners with flooding issues due to too much pressure. Several claimed they bought the low pressure pump from Ames Performance, and saw more than 8 psi at the carbs.

I don't believe there is a reliable source of Pontiac fuel pumps that deliver less than 6 psi.
Agree Dick. Have seen several mechanical fuel pumps over the years (when a accurate fuel gage was installed), show 8-9 psi fuel pressure. Chinee crap!!

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