kob666e Posted April 28, 2008 Report Share Posted April 28, 2008 I have been looking at fitting an electric Facet pump as I think some improvement is needed in that area . I also read a previous thread and am curious to know which are best, square in boot or cylindrical under the bonnet, which are the noisier of the two and any other advice greatly appreciated. I will of course be fitting a prang cut off switch but want to avoid a pressure regulator. Thank you in advance...... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jerrytr5 Posted April 29, 2008 Report Share Posted April 29, 2008 I haven't been impressed with Facet pumps. I've had two that lasted about 14 months (ie: just after the guarantee period ). I've used a Carter for the last 4 or 5 years with no problems. I think I got it from Real Steel. Jerry Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stuart Posted April 29, 2008 Report Share Posted April 29, 2008 I have to agree Im not keen on the Facet ones either I have just had to change one as well that hadnt lasted very long either. (funnily enough about fifteen months use!) I always find the old type SU ones as fitted to Jaguar saloons (available now with electronic points so no ticking) to be very good. Stuart. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tr4Tony Posted April 29, 2008 Report Share Posted April 29, 2008 Hi I have twin facet RED tops mounted in the boot by the fuel tank and havent had any problems with them. Regards Tony Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kob666e Posted May 2, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 2, 2008 Thanks for the help, think I'll go for a Huco under the bonnet, if I can find room. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Alec Pringle Posted May 3, 2008 Report Share Posted May 3, 2008 Like Tony, I've never had a problem with a red top . . . but from all I've heard the cheaper Facets are not as reliable. Cheers, Alec Quote Link to post Share on other sites
graeme Posted May 4, 2008 Report Share Posted May 4, 2008 I have been using a 'cheaper' Facet under the bonnet, where I understand it shouldn't be. It has been totally reliable for seven years now. Now I have said that, it will probably let me down, but I do carry a spare just in case. Graeme Quote Link to post Share on other sites
piman Posted May 5, 2008 Report Share Posted May 5, 2008 Hello Justin,, just what is wrong with the correct S.U. pump for your car? Alec Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kob666e Posted May 5, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 5, 2008 Hello Justin,, just what is wrong with the correct S.U. pump for your car? Alec Alec, SU? You mean the AcDelco mechanical pump with leaking valves? I'm getting tired of slow starting due to fuel draining back. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
vivdownunder Posted May 6, 2008 Report Share Posted May 6, 2008 Hi Justin, Just to chime in with a couple of things - To avoid a pressure regulator, select a pump with an output no greater than 3 psi (For SU's 1.75 to 2.75 psi is specified) Suggest mounting the pump down low for a gravity feed, as they are not good suckers.. If possible, fit an in line fuel filter before the pump to keep it clean. Finally, what's she singing along to ?. Cheers, Viv. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BrianC Posted May 6, 2008 Report Share Posted May 6, 2008 (edited) Alec, SU? You mean the AcDelco mechanical pump with leaking valves? I'm getting tired of slow starting due to fuel draining back. Rather than being an annoyance, I regard this as an effective way of ensuring the engine turns over a few times to move the oil around before ignition. Consequently, I leave the choke in for a short time (about 10 seconds is usually enough) whilst turning the engine over and topping-up the carbs, then pull the choke out and away it goes - fully lubricated in all the right places . P.S. None of my fuel pumps ever had leaking valves, but if they did, replacement valves are cheap enough and simple to fit. Edited May 6, 2008 by BrianC Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kob666e Posted May 6, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 6, 2008 Finally, what's she singing along to ?. Cheers, Viv. If I remember correctly I think it was 'You can keep your hat on' Quote Link to post Share on other sites
piman Posted May 7, 2008 Report Share Posted May 7, 2008 Hello Justin, you can see that TR4's are not my speciality? I assumed you just wanted a different type of electric pump. However, very often modifying something to 'fix' a defective component can be a worse course than just doing an effective repair. However if you do want to go electric, S.U. pumps do suit S.U. carburettors. Alec Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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