[squag27]

Thank you. I appreciate your help and information. About how long does the 6an line need to be?

Pretty sure I bought 15 feet of push lock 6an line when I did mine.

 

[78 Elk]

Thank you. I need to get a hold of my friends to get the things necessary to get it together in the order of parts.

 

[78 Elk]

The Sniper EFI kit comes with a 20 foot vapor lock fuel line. Is this okay to use for the fuel line?

 

[Caballero Joe]

Yes sir, absolutely

 

[78 Elk]

Thank you, much appreciated.

 

[78 Elk]

I was asked what fuel pump I was going to use. I plan to get a Holley fuel pump.

 

[Caballero Joe]

Good choice
I previously posted, in this thread, the way I did my Holley in tank fuel pump

 

[78 Elk]

You are correct. Thank you for your help. Are there choices on the pump, that I need to know about?

 

[squag27]

Usually you will get a good product ordering from Holley, overpriced definitely, but good. If I remember I've been running a 255lph Deatchwerks pump for the last few years with good results. Unless you have a monster engine you probably don't need more than that.

 

[78 Elk]

Thank you for your help. Just wanted to check before I start ordering parts.

 

[Caballero Joe]

I called Holley directly and their tech guys recommended the correct in tank pump

 

[78 Elk]

Thank you. I'll give Holley a call tomorrow

 

[The mechanic]

Usually you will get a good product ordering from Holley, overpriced definitely, but good. If I remember I've been running a 255lph Deatchwerks pump for the last few years with good results. Unless you have a monster engine you probably don't need more than that.

They are a different design than Holley uses and much, much quieter.

 

[78 Elk]

They are a different design than Holley uses and much, much quieter.

Which ones are you speaking of?

 

[squag27]

Which ones are you speaking of?

If you haven't picked up a pump yet I would again recommend this Hydramat:

Holley 16-111 Holley HydraMat Fuel Pickups | Summit Racing

Free Shipping - Holley HydraMat Fuel Pickups with qualifying orders of $99. Shop Fuel Cell Pickups at Summit Racing.

www.summitracing.com

And this fuel pump:

Amazon.com: DeatschWerks (9-201-1000) 255 LPH In-Tank Fuel Pump with Installation Kit : Automotive

Buy DeatschWerks (9-201-1000) 255 LPH In-Tank Fuel Pump with Installation Kit: Electric Fuel Pumps - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases

www.amazon.com

I run Deatschwerks pumps in all my performance oriented rides and they've always worked well for me. Plus their customer service is good. The only other thing I would say to take note of is to also upgrade the wiring to your fuel tank.

If you're still using a stock fuel tank use this:

85-87 4.3L FI Fuel Sending Unit | Dixie Restoration Depot

www.dixierestorationdepot.com

And this:

Universal Bulkhead Wiring System, 4-Way (BCWS-001): Pump Bulkhead Wiring Systems

Purchase Universal Bulkhead Wiring System, 4-Way or shop other Pump Bulkhead Wiring Systems and Racetronix products.

www.racetronix.biz

The bulkhead wiring connector as quite important as the you can burn up the stock wiring connector with the increased amperage going through it with an upgraded fuel pump. I've been stranded twice because of melted connectors but once I went to this setup with a dedicated positive and ground for the fuel pump, all my issues went away.

Lastly I still think a different tank such as a Buick Roadmaster tank is a much better option than a factory tank and it also has the benefit of not needing a pricey Holley Hydramat as the stock Roadmaster tank baffling is sufficient for EFI.

 

[78 Elk]

Thank you for your help. I'm not going to change the tank, cause I bought it new and it doesn't have any problems. I asked my friends that own the NAPA store to order it for me. They race a 68 Camaro and are changing a 67 RS Camaro back to a street car. I asked them to order the Holley Sniper EFI and fuel pump kits. Last I checked with them,they are working on it. They are trying to get me the best price possible. Thank you again for your help.

 

[squag27]

No problem. I've spent the last several years pulling my hair out figuring out all sorts of issues on my Elco so I can share my wisdom with others on here. The Holley is by no means perfect but when it's set up right your Elco will always start right up and run nicely.

 

[78 Elk]

Thank you very much. This is my first project car and the members here have taught me a lot, and it's made mine better. I want to thank you and everyone for helping me learn.

 

[78 Elk]

My friends told me yesterday that the Sniper EFI is at their store. I will be picking it up this next week.

 

[78 Elk]

I picked up the Holley Sniper EFI today. I need to run the 78 Elk on the road and use the gas out of the tank so I can try to install it.