fuel filter
#1
Registered
Platinum Member
Thread Starter
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: Toms River, New Jersey
Posts: 285
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
fuel filter
I have an aeromotive 1000 fuel pump and regulator. I was told to put a filter before and after the pump. Is this necessary and what kind of relay should I use.
#2
I hate the winter!!
Platinum Member
Join Date: Jul 2001
Location: long island, new york
Posts: 2,707
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
You should definelty put a filter before and after the pump. The puropose of the pre-pump filter is to eliminate the chance of any debris getting into the pump. I used the complete Aeromotive system. So far, no problems at all. For a relay, I used a standard Bosch 5 pin.
#3
Registered
Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: long island, newyork
Posts: 2,551
Likes: 0
Received 2 Likes
on
2 Posts
typicaly the after filter is used due to micron size and the ability of most filters to cut flow, the lower the micron. i have had great success with the ramco performance filter as it is a seperator and filter with a large enough capacity to perform correctly.
#5
Registered
Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: long island, newyork
Posts: 2,551
Likes: 0
Received 2 Likes
on
2 Posts
it doeas both, however the element inside is not fine enough to filter out small debri which can damage todays more refined fuel systems, particularly e.f.i , where small particles that wouldnormally go thru a carbed system WILL foul up an e.f.i system.
#7
Registered
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Toronto, Canada
Posts: 176
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Aeromotive A1000 pump installations
Does anyone have any recommendations for the installation methods to fit these pumps? Comments on the Speed Controller Aeromotive recommends for the A1000 - is it necessary? How hot do these pumps get? Do they vibrate a lot - is the isolating rubber a good idea?
My plan is to fit the 100mic-A1000-13204reg-2xQjetcarbs(2x454), for now. I believe the one A1000 will supply sufficient fuel to power 2x454 @<500hp, but won't know for sure until I try it.
I must admit I don't think the 10mic filter is an absolute necessity before the QJet. The factory screen blocks the pebbles...
Any comments will be much appreciated as this Aeromotive gig is pricy...
My plan is to fit the 100mic-A1000-13204reg-2xQjetcarbs(2x454), for now. I believe the one A1000 will supply sufficient fuel to power 2x454 @<500hp, but won't know for sure until I try it.
I must admit I don't think the 10mic filter is an absolute necessity before the QJet. The factory screen blocks the pebbles...
Any comments will be much appreciated as this Aeromotive gig is pricy...
#8
Registered
Are you running a return line from the regulator?
You should have a bigger pick up tube and line from your tank.You will kill the pump faster if you dont have both (reg and line)of these. #10 from the tank and #8 for the return.
I mounted my pump up high and used a check valve after the pump(per Aeromotive) they said it would be fine.I have 2 seasons with no problems with the pump.
I ended up using a piece of rubber to mount the pump on.Yes its still a little loud when you turn it on with out the engine running.
Controller not needed.Pump does not get hot the way im running it.
You should have a bigger pick up tube and line from your tank.You will kill the pump faster if you dont have both (reg and line)of these. #10 from the tank and #8 for the return.
I mounted my pump up high and used a check valve after the pump(per Aeromotive) they said it would be fine.I have 2 seasons with no problems with the pump.
I ended up using a piece of rubber to mount the pump on.Yes its still a little loud when you turn it on with out the engine running.
Controller not needed.Pump does not get hot the way im running it.
#10
Registered
Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: long island, newyork
Posts: 2,551
Likes: 0
Received 2 Likes
on
2 Posts
mounting the pump as close to tank height will ensure ease of prime. as well a return style regulator is also a must , i like the weldon's best. return to the tank. i also use fuel cooler's after the pump before the engine.