Re: Electric fuel Pump

Posted by Eric Boyle On 2009/11/15 16:18:22

Are you thinking of replacing the mechanical pump with the electric? I did that on my '48, but I ran the power wire through the ignition switch so the power is off when the key's off. I see that one has a toggle switch, hence my statement.

You can either leave the stock pump on, but not hooked up to anything, or you can buy a fuel pump block off plate that fits any Chevy, Ford, or Chrysler engine, as they all use the same mounting. (Except for 351C, 351M, and 400) I put on on my '48 that fits a small block Chevy, and it even came with a gasket.

If you want a good quality pump, I recommend calling Allan Rich here in Wichita. He sells them for the local Packard club as a club project. They're 6V, Delco, and look just like the one in your pic, minus the switch. IIRC, they're around $50-$60. Send me a pm if you want his #, and I'll get you in contact with him.