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DRG BSTN SQUIRREL · 10-02-2021, 10:38 AM

Running out of fuel psi after 8 psi. I know I need to upgrade system but wondering if there is a simple way to do this vs $1k systems.

fireman1153 · 10-02-2021, 11:01 AM

ZL1 fuel pump and boost a pump or just go DSX Aux pump if you don't want to dive into a whole new fuel system. However, the DSX Aux is still gonna run you $1K.

DRG BSTN SQUIRREL · 10-02-2021, 11:13 AM

If going to go do it all, should I keep 6an size or go up to 8an?

joshnmn · 10-02-2021, 11:19 AM

Simple or cheap?

Simple is pulling it into the local shop and tell them you’re running out of fuel, then hand them the keys and your checkbook.

Not much is cheap in the fuel arena

DRG BSTN SQUIRREL · 10-02-2021, 12:03 PM

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Originally Posted by joshnmn

Simple or cheap?

Simple is pulling it into the local shop and tell them you’re running out of fuel, then hand them the keys and your checkbook.

Not much is cheap in the fuel arena

That’s no lie. I gotta get rid of the cats cause of heat soak and the off road mid pipes are no longer being sold. So now I gotta get a exhaust system too. I was just seeing if there was an alternative but my hopes are shattered.

BiggFoot · 10-05-2021, 07:34 AM

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Originally Posted by DRG BSTN SQUIRREL

That’s no lie. I gotta get rid of the cats cause of heat soak and the off road mid pipes are no longer being sold. So now I gotta get a exhaust system too. I was just seeing if there was an alternative but my hopes are shattered.

Just gut the cats and leave the shells there. No need to cut them out and totally redo the exhaust.

BiggFoot · 10-05-2021, 07:39 AM

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Originally Posted by DRG BSTN SQUIRREL

Running out of fuel psi after 8 psi. I know I need to upgrade system but wondering if there is a simple way to do this vs $1k systems.

Once upon a time I had an inline boost fuel pump that came on at WOT and it worked great up until I made the switch to E85 and had to totally redo the fuel system. It was set up that way when I bought the car from a guy in Chicago, and when my shop saw the setup they thought it was pretty slick. I think Chicago Speed did the install or maybe it was called Speed Inc.

https://www.speedinc.com/walbro-255l...-pump-kit.html

Greenhornet2 · 10-05-2021, 02:12 PM

Really need more info on your build to give an accurate answer. JMS voltage booster if you don't have a BAP already. FPCM tuned already I hope?

Risingson05 · 10-06-2021, 03:25 PM

With fueling it always cost big bucks . Plus figuring doing it right the first time . To make sure my fuel is adequate for my build my fuel systems costing me somewhere 4500.00 ball park . That just for parts !! Injector , fuel system
, e85 sensor .

CamaroCracka · 10-07-2021, 06:12 AM

When I put nitrous on, I put on a BAP that came on when when the nitrous was armed. When I added the turbo, I put in a ZL1 pump and FPCM and ran the BAP off a Hobbs switch. I got the BAP and pump off here for $100 each. That supports my power level fine, but I am getting close to the limit. If you buy those parts new, you are getting to a cost where you might just want to go to a bigger drop in pump. This is with the stock fuel lines and rails.

If you are running the stock pump, the ZL1 pump will take you to the 600hp range. A BAP alone probably gets you in the same power range.

If you are ever going to want to turn it up near 1000hp, just get a big pump and change the lines now.

RealQuick · 10-07-2021, 06:42 AM

What are the ultimate HP goals... and what fuel? Running meth injection?

Rem0v3r · 10-26-2021, 07:54 PM

When I switched to e I needed an aux pump.. got me to 15psi.. now I'd have been better off springing for the fore system.. but i didnt.. so rather than ditch my zl1 + aux.. im just going to add 8an fuel rails and a 2nd aux...

10-02-2021, 10:38 AM	#1
DRG BSTN SQUIRREL Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS Join Date: May 2010 Location: Topeka, Ks Posts: 187 View My Garage	Fuel question Running out of fuel psi after 8 psi. I know I need to upgrade system but wondering if there is a simple way to do this vs $1k systems.

10-02-2021, 11:01 AM	#2
fireman1153 Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Panama City, FL Posts: 82	ZL1 fuel pump and boost a pump or just go DSX Aux pump if you don't want to dive into a whole new fuel system. However, the DSX Aux is still gonna run you $1K. __________________ 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS - 416 stroker, F1A-94 procharger, BTR blower cam, Big Red race valve, AGP intercooler, Alky dual nozzle kit, ZL1 fuel pump with DSX Aux pump, DSX flex fuel sensor, Bosch 210 injectors, Mcleod RXT1200 clutch, MGW flat stick, Tick Performance Level 3 trans, DSS 3.5 aluminum driveshaft, Strange S60 rear, DSS 1400hp axles, Texas speed 1 7/8 headers, X-pipe and MBRP muffler delete, BMR lowering springs, BMR trailing arms and toe rods, Poly motor mounts, RevShift trans mount instert, rear sub frame braces, Tuned by Joey at Pure Fabrication in Panama City, FL

10-05-2021, 02:12 PM	#8
Greenhornet2 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS LS3 Whipple Join Date: May 2019 Location: Connecticut Posts: 1,925	Really need more info on your build to give an accurate answer. JMS voltage booster if you don't have a BAP already. FPCM tuned already I hope? __________________ Whipple 2.9 CAI ID1050x injectors ZL1 Pump JRE FPCM JMS Voltage booster JRE Rough Idle blower cam BTR .660 springs CHE trunnion kit 1 7/8 Speed Engineering Borla Atak JRE scoop 1.5" lowering springs BMR trailing arms and toe links Cradle inserts 704WHP 603WTQ 93 octane

10-07-2021, 06:12 AM	#10
CamaroCracka Drives: 2010 Turbo LS3 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Palm Bay, FL Posts: 2,729	When I put nitrous on, I put on a BAP that came on when when the nitrous was armed. When I added the turbo, I put in a ZL1 pump and FPCM and ran the BAP off a Hobbs switch. I got the BAP and pump off here for $100 each. That supports my power level fine, but I am getting close to the limit. If you buy those parts new, you are getting to a cost where you might just want to go to a bigger drop in pump. This is with the stock fuel lines and rails. If you are running the stock pump, the ZL1 pump will take you to the 600hp range. A BAP alone probably gets you in the same power range. If you are ever going to want to turn it up near 1000hp, just get a big pump and change the lines now. __________________ 2010 SS - On3 kit with downpipe cutout, CTR 78/80, CompCam 239/251 620/632 122+4, E85, Z28 suspension and ZL1 diff with Outlaw axles. Gen6 ZL1/1LE brakes. 2011 Vert - 416/w 230/236 .612/.602 115lsa, 1LE suspension w/32mm rear bar. Z28 diff. ZL1 brakes.

10-02-2021, 11:13 AM	#3
DRG BSTN SQUIRREL Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS Join Date: May 2010 Location: Topeka, Ks Posts: 187 View My Garage	If going to go do it all, should I keep 6an size or go up to 8an?

10-02-2021, 11:19 AM	#4
joshnmn 2&THEHIT Drives: 5th Gen Camaro; 5th Gen Ram 3500 Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Garner, NC Posts: 1,011 View My Garage	Simple or cheap? Simple is pulling it into the local shop and tell them you’re running out of fuel, then hand them the keys and your checkbook. Not much is cheap in the fuel arena

10-06-2021, 03:25 PM	#9
Risingson05 Drives: 2015 zl1 m6 Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: Alaska Posts: 702	With fueling it always cost big bucks . Plus figuring doing it right the first time . To make sure my fuel is adequate for my build my fuel systems costing me somewhere 4500.00 ball park . That just for parts !! Injector , fuel system , e85 sensor .

10-07-2021, 06:42 AM	#11
RealQuick Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS M6 - Intake/Exhaust Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Bridgewater Posts: 693	What are the ultimate HP goals... and what fuel? Running meth injection?

10-26-2021, 07:54 PM	#12
Rem0v3r Drives: 2013 ss2 vert l99 Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: South florida Posts: 150	When I switched to e I needed an aux pump.. got me to 15psi.. now I'd have been better off springing for the fore system.. but i didnt.. so rather than ditch my zl1 + aux.. im just going to add 8an fuel rails and a 2nd aux...