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255 or 190 or 160? FP size?

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Old 09-09-2006, 08:34 PM
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I really dont plan on going bazerk with mods in the near future. maby tb and intake kit but nuttin major besides that. Which fuel pump size should i go with?
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Old 09-09-2006, 08:42 PM
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Default RE: 255 or 190 or 160? FP size?

You always want more. But if you're just going to put on a T-body, and Intake, I'd just stick with the stock pump. I'd only worry about a pump when you start changing heads and cams or power adders.
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Old 09-09-2006, 09:58 PM
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And if you decide you REALLY need one don't even bother with the 160, get at least a 190 for N/A and nitrous. Get the 255 if you want to go the S/C route, but keep in mind you have a fuel return so you can't go too big.
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Old 09-09-2006, 11:10 PM
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naa like i said, just mostly stock with little mods nuttin great.
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Old 09-09-2006, 11:23 PM
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I'd go with a 190. Best route would be 255 in case you ever change your mind...though you seem to be pretty set in that department. Like he said, there is a return system so it won't be wasteful if your pump is too big. Also - go with Walbro.
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Old 09-10-2006, 12:11 AM
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They are so close in price, I can't see why everyone doesn't just get a 255. They are $89 from JDs Performance or $95 for the high pressure one. Most people want to upgrade their car and regret buying the smaller pumps well before their pumps wear out.
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Old 09-10-2006, 12:15 AM
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on ebay, the price difference between a 190 and 255 walbro pump is 10-15 bux. just get the 255 and be done with it. you have a return fuel line so its not possible to get a pump that is too big
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Old 09-10-2006, 01:10 AM
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Yea, if you think your project will never end, go with a 255. It doesnt matter if you have one bigger than you need, but it does matter if you have one too small.
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Old 09-10-2006, 03:53 AM
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no car is ever finished. when you think you are, you get used to it and have to mod something else
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Old 09-10-2006, 08:27 AM
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i guess. Thanks guys
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