We have the stock mechanical fuel pump on our 56 Ranch Wagon with the vacuum ports on top to operate the wipers, etc. The pump is leaking and I would just rather replace it than try to rebuild it because we are going with electric wipers and a 57 or later distributor anyway. Would the Carter M6905 mechanical pump for FE motors (352,390, 428) be a good choice? I know they are only 1/4 NPT inlet and outlet, but the motor is a stock 312 with a single Edlebrock #1406 carb.
Thanks,
Rono

  Ron Lane,  Meridian, ID

1/4" npt is for pipe with a inner diameter of nearly 3/8".  As long as the fittings used for the fuel line are sized right, that pump should be plenty.



Lawrenceville, GA

Thanks Charlie. I'm sure the fittings on the stock pump are for 5/16" hose.
Rono

  Ron Lane,  Meridian, ID

From what I have seen here in the past, a lot of people have used the 428 pump with success.

Went to electric wiper motor on my wagon and when I did the rebuild swap I ordered a new one from Summit Racing. Didnt have the extra vacuum ports and works great. About 40 bucks if I remember. Over a year now and works perfect. I'll do the same for the truck motor when I install it in the Monster Hauler. 

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I use a Holley high flow mechanical pump for a 390. Works great and straight bolt in. 

I love the smell of burning rubber in the morning!

Also used the Holley for the 390, running 3x2 carbs so put an in line pressure regulator.
Runs great.

Mike Rizzo

1963 F100 "Rudy"

Daniel Island, SC