Guest Posted February 10, 2015 Report Share Posted February 10, 2015 The fuel pump on my Mk2 Vitesse is very old (probably the original) and will be replaced. Before replacing with another mechanical pump, I would like to know if a Facet pump is a better option. I have nothing against mechanical pumps, just curious. My fuel delivery system is working fine with recently overhauled carbs via Gower & Lee + new lines & hoses. If this is the way forward, where is the best place to fit these units and what additional advice can you give, please ?? Finally, is there a specific blanking plate if the mechanical pump is removed or just make one up on the workbench ?? Thank you in advance. Richard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darren Groves Posted February 10, 2015 Report Share Posted February 10, 2015 There's already a thread on this subject, have a look here: http://forum.tssc.org.uk/index.php?/topic/223-fuel-pump/?hl=facet&do=findComment&comment=1469 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KevinR Posted February 10, 2015 Report Share Posted February 10, 2015 Richard, If its an original Vitesse pump, then it can be rebuilt using a rebuild kit, available from the usual traders. A lot cheaper than a new pump, and much more reliable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 10, 2015 Report Share Posted February 10, 2015 Hello. Thanks for those of replies. I have read the previous thread and taken on board the rebuild option. Mechanical pump stays As such, case closed !! Regards. Richard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colin Lindsay Posted February 15, 2015 Report Share Posted February 15, 2015 I love watching the fuel flow through the glass dome as the engine runs… reminds me of the old glass bowl petrol pumps you used to see everywhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveweblin Posted February 20, 2015 Report Share Posted February 20, 2015 3 things in favour of an electric pump. A faulty mechanical pump can leak petrol into the sump unseen for ages - not good. Being attached to the engine block a mechanical pump can suffer from getting too hot - vapor lock. It is easy to use an electric pump as an immobiliser by fitting an extra switch in the wiring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colin Lindsay Posted March 3, 2015 Report Share Posted March 3, 2015 3 things in favour of an electric pump. A faulty mechanical pump can leak petrol into the sump unseen for ages - not good. Being attached to the engine block a mechanical pump can suffer from getting too hot - vapor lock. It is easy to use an electric pump as an immobiliser by fitting an extra switch in the wiring. Hmmm… just as easy to say that a faulty electrical pump can leak fuel unseen into the boot, with the added risk of a spark… Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clive Posted March 3, 2015 Report Share Posted March 3, 2015 Trust me, a fuel pump leaking into the sump is a nightmare. Happened a few weeks ago on our (proper) mini. New clutch plus change all the engine seals (clutch as the crank oil seal failed, went hard from the petrol) a real PITA. And even today I am chasing small leak, but not easy to track down...... Personally would stick with an original fuel pump with new quality refurb kit. After that, maybe a fuel pump from a carb'd motorbike or a huco. Facets are a bit noisy from experience, and fussy on where they are put. Plus need a regulator. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 3, 2015 Report Share Posted March 3, 2015 Thanks Clive. After the previous advice given, I elected to stay with the mechanical pump and drop the electric idea. Regards. Richard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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