What I've learned is a fuel gauge is NO different than any other that needs to be monitored while driving so what good is it under the hood? Re: Pictures fuel pressure regulators. I did a search and I really couldn't find any instructions on HOW to put a fuel pressure regulator on an N/A fuel rail. Other products on the market piggy back a second regulator that does not return excess pressure to the tank but bleeds it off with the injectors opening and closing. Jamie, I'll try to find a pic of mine..
It's interesting to consider that if the regulator is placed in front of the fuel destination it can actually increase fuel pressure – especially with carbureted applications. 2 hose compression fittings with female -6AN fittings. Pleased with the quality, price, and service. The main problem that I had was the fact that the "lip" at the bottom protruded just *slightly* too much for the regulator to fit in it's bracket once it was mounted. The shorter the line, the less pronounced this condition will be. I've got mine right on the intake manifold, yeah, I know... a bit of a heat sink I suppose, but I was trying to stick to as "stock looking" as possible approach, seems to work. Placing the regulator close will reduce the pressure loss. Vibrant vaccum block. Join Date: Jun 2002. And I also agree the fuel press gauge is a great diagnosis tool as I have been a tech most of my adult life since 1974. Edelbrock headed 408.
There is a vaccum line looking port on the top of the reg, and a port which im pretty sure the gauge goes in. I will post a Pic later so everyone can see if i made any mistakes. Replacement Fuel Line. To each his own I guess........... Mount FPR and set your stack pressure to 37-40psi. The safest way is one regulator per stage or kit. Mines in the same place as vipernicus42. Lorem ipsum dolor sit ame. So I used two washers on the lower screws, which made it stick out further than the top. Rotoholic Moderookie. Designed to place your fuel pressure regulator in the perfect location so its out of the way, we offer one version for the radium regulator and another "universal" configuration. Hello, Im getting ready to install my new FPR, it came with no instructions heres a picture of one just like it to help me get my point across. We use cookies to provide you with the best possible user experience.
I just don't know how much or if it would be enough to affect your tune up. Contact: It might be possible to run both stages off the second regulator, however I think it's very likely that it when the second kit comes on your flowing fuel pressure will drop. The basic purpose of a fuel pressure regulator is to ensure there's enough pressure built up to support the system, whether that ends with a carburetor or fuel injection. I know I have one somewhere. Join Date: Apr 2010. Some people may elect to mount the regulator in a space that is convenient, and/or easy to access. 72 Dart 470 n/a BB stroker street car `THUMPER`.. me out on FB Dominic Thumper for videos and lots of carb pics...... 760-900-3895..... [Re: Thumperdart]. This is critical for the extreme conditions that occur in drag racing during the various stages of a pass. We will contact you via email if this is purchased to discuss the details.
Rotary Performance big street port 12A with bone-stock Nikki, ported manifold, full "headers", 2" primaries into 2. Prefessionally made custom fuel lines (2). The longer the fuel line, the greater the potential for fuel pressure loss. The POS never gave me any problems... # 15. Example of close regulator placement to fuel destination.
Adjustment is simple with one screw and the kit comes with a liquid filled gauge to monitor your pressure. Besides, it would be a nightmare on tuning each stage if you are stacking the units. One thing that performance or racing enthusiasts might not pay enough attention to is the location of where they mount their regulator. I have solved several fuel/carb issues do to too MUCH or not enuff fuel pressure under hard load where it can idle on 1 lb. Monitoring and tuning your AF ratio can help get the most performance out of your engine. Sure it is very clean of any debris. We have tested this mount on intake below it may work with other however we can not guarantee it. There are those who believe it's best to place a fuel pressure regulator close to the fuel's destination (fuel rail, fuel log, carburetor, diesel or direct injection pump), while others feel it's just fine to place it further away; sometimes at the opposite end of the vehicle.
30-70 PSI Adjustable Fuel Pressure Regulator, -6 SAE O-Ring Ports (1 Return, 2 Feeds). Not placing the regulator close enough to the final destination of the fuel can cause a dramatic pressure loss. 2nd Generation Specific (1986-1992). Most people run a regulator for each stage so they can control the fuel pressures individually, that's probably the way you should do it. In addition, regulating the fuel pressure by constricting the orifice size is tuning on the razors edge. Guess i'm not the only getto rigger. Help with installing Fuel Pressure Regulator. Location: Resume Speed, Kansas. "Extra Low Fuel Pressure" Systems Typically, low pressure carbureted or injection pump systems can experience a greater difference in "percentage" of change regarding error. When I had a 45dcoe, I had an adjustable holley and I mounted it around where viper did. Always let them hang off the lines.
99 so I thought there 8. It can make the difference between being the winner, or being the loser. That's what the gold color is. The one on the top right is were the hose goes from regulator to fuel rail via adapter flange. Hey fellas, Workin on the project car this weekend.
For added durability our brackets have a black anodized finish and a laser-etched SF logo to match your other SpeedFactory components. Full pulls were made with 3. Except I undid one of the bolts to that holds on the charcoal canister hard lines and used a longer bolt after I attached the mounting bracket. I assume the log uses an o-ring style 10 an fitting and looking through my Jegs I don't see that offered 10AN o-ring to 3/8 NPT. The level of performance is acceptable. Precision CNC machined from 6061-T6 billet aluminum. Our regulator is mounted in the trunk and not in the engine compartment. All hoses are professionally made custom for the application and crimped to the fittings. Last edited by 383man; 05/30/17 05:57 AM. I've got a POS on my 4 port 13B with a Hitachi carb that has never given me problems.