#101 Fuel Filtration: Selecting the correct filter to prevent lean-out and pump failure.
- August 31, 2006
STOP!! If you are selling or installing a fuel filter in front of an Aeromotive fuel pump, be certain you do not use a filter that causes more problems than it solves. For pump inlet filtration, use only Aeromotive part #12304 or #12302 or an acceptable equivalent (see text for filter specifications). . . .
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#501 Fuel Pumps and Horsepower: What to consider when selecting a fuel pump.
- July 27, 2006
The critical factors that effect fuel pump selection are numerous. In the past, fuel pump manufacturers have rated their offerings based on gallons-per-hour, free-flow (no test pressure), and with no reference to test voltage. In the real world, this gave no indication of the horsepower that could be supported by such a pump. By choosing to assign a horsepower rating, along with publishing flow information at actual pressures and realistic voltages, Aeromotive..... . . .
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#801 Dynamic vs. Static fuel systems: EFI efficiency for carburetors.
- May 22, 2002
CARBURETORS STILL RULE in many forms of racing and on many street machines and watercraft. Those who choose (or are required) to run a carburetor are turning to expensive, custom-built models for better performance. Often the custom shop will advise a fuel pump upgrade, usually suggesting a pump rated to flow as much as 4-6 times the amount necessary to support the engine’ horsepower. . . .
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#802 Fuel Tanks and Cells: Sumps vs. Pick-up Tubes for EFI
- May 22, 2002
EFI and modern engine technology have combined to create the ultimate, street driven racecar. With ordinary combinations producing from 300 HP to as much as 500 HP, the stock EFI fuel system has proven flexible. Hard core engine combinations exceed this mark with the exotic making 1000+ HP, on “the street”. Applications above 500 HP universally require a complete fuel system makeover, from fuel rails to fuel pump. A key part of any fuel system upgrade is . . .
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#901 AN vs. NPT: Understanding port threads, adapter fittings and line sizes.
- September 16, 2005
The designation AN stands for Army/Navy and calls out mil/spec (military specifications) for dimensional standards of hydraulic lines, hose-end connectors and port adapter fittings. AN specifications are a popular standard met by all companies that manufacture AN style performance fuel hose and accessories. For many there has been much confusion about the subject of AN lines, NPT and ORB ports, and how all of this works together. Here are the answers . . .
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#902 Advanced tips for EFI tuning with fuel pressure.
- September 22. 2005
Changing the fuel pressure on an EFI System is an effective method of affecting engine performance and making more power. However, there are many do’s and don’ts, and rules of thumb that can be frustrating to learn the hard way. Below are many small but key points, tips and insights all “tuners” should know and understand before cranking on that Aeromotive adjustable regulator . . .
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