High Performance Fuel Pumps
In almost every automobile the fuel tank is located on the other side of the vehicle from the engine, so a fuel pump must be used to pump gasoline towards the engine. Modern-day fuel pumps (electric fuel pumps) are used in cars that have electronic fuel injection capabilities, while older fuel pumps (mechanical fuel pumps) are used in carbureted vehicles. With an electronic fuel injection delivery system, a fine mist of fuel is squirted into the combustion chamber of the engine, and the entire process is precisely controlled and monitored by a computer. Electronic fuel pumps are located near the fuel tank itself, and are powered and controlled via the energy generated by the vehicle's battery. It is not uncommon for a fuel pump to fail, and electronic fuel pumps in general are relatively difficult to replace. If you want to lengthen the life of your fuel pump and enhance the overall performance of your vehicle, then you may want to consider the following information pertaining to high performance fuel pumps and their applications, types, and costs.
What Are High Performance Fuel Pumps?
High performance fuel pumps are specifically designed to increase the amount of fuel that can be forced into the engine at one point in time, thereby giving the vehicle greater acceleration capabilities and allowing it to effectively utilize every drop of gasoline. High performance fuel pumps increase the amount of pressure that occurs during fuel injection, allowing the combustion compartment of the engine to access more gasoline in less time. Ultimately, when this feature is combined with other forms of performance upgrades such as turbochargers and nitrous kits, acceleration and overall top speed can be boosted significantly. Ideally, a good high performance fuel pump should include high-efficiency electric motors that are capable of delivering more output using less electronic input.
Popular Brands and Average Prices of High Performance Fuel Pumps
The prices of high performance fuel pumps vary greatly, ranging from $100-$800, depending on the brand, capabilities, and compatibility of the device. Features to look for when comparing high performance fuel pumps include induction horsepower, airflow PSI, and universal in-line specifications. Some of the more expensive high performance fuel pumps, also known as ultra-high performance fuel pumps are only to be used with vehicles that have nitrous, supercharged, or turbo kits already installed. Vehicles that have not yet had such upgrades installed may benefit from the use of a less expensive high-performance fuel pump within the $100-$200 range. Some of the popular brands and distributors of high performance fuel pumps include Ford, Facet, BBK, ACCEL, Hella, Mr.Gasket, Mallory, and FASS. Of these brands, Ford is known for producing some of the most effective and expensive racing high performance fuel pumps.
How to Choose the Proper High Performance Fuel Pump
It is important to note that installing the wrong type of high performance fuel pump in your vehicle can actually damage the engine significantly, so it is therefore recommended that you seek the assistance of a qualified mechanic before purchasing the necessary parts to perform a high performance fuel pump installation or modification. Fortunately, if you're shopping for the part online, you should be able to refine your search by using the make, model, and type of your vehicle as search criteria on an aftermarket parts website. If you have a voltage tester, you can perform the diagnostic tasks needed to determine which type of high performance fuel pump would be most suitable for your engine. If you get a fuel p will ump that is too weak, you run the risk of blowing the engine and destroying the performance of your automobile; if the pump is too strong it will send too much gasoline to the engine, leading to problems such as engine surges.
