Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) fass or glacier lift pump?????????????

[KKunz]

I know this has probably been discussed but I have been out of the loop on the fuel/lift pump situation for a while. Its time to get a new lift pump I’m really leaning towards the glacier pump look like a good unit. I’m also looking at the fass pump just the pump not the whole system with the filters. I’m looking for some input from those who run either of the pumps, I’m mainly looking for long life with worry free operation.

Thanks all

Kris

 

[MBFARMS]

Either system is a good system. I have a FASS HPFP 95(pump only) with a draw straw and 1/2 lines front to back. The FASS has a four year warranty, I don't know the warranty on the Walbro. The only advantages to the FASS is the ease of getting to the pump and you do not have to run a regulator. The Glacier kit is a little less expensive. Whichever you go with, you will really like.

 

[KKunz]

what ever happend to the rasp? Im about 99% sure im going with the glacier i just dont want to fight with any problems.

 

[MBFARMS]

Rasp is still around. Used to be very pricey. The major disadvantage is you are still relying on the carter to prime and start the motor before the rasp takes over.

 

[mhenon]

Go with the Glacier and Walbro pump. A spare pump can be bought at a reasonable price and you will never again worry about supply pump problems. Maybe other problems (like the VP we're trying to keep alive!!!)... but not the boost pump!

Mike

 

[Graphic man]

RASP is the best IMO



going on 2 years with zero troubles





Scott

 

[KKunz]

where do you get the rasp?

 

[Joe Mc]

KKunz - MHO - I chose the GDP product. Great kit - Great customer service. - Enough said - MHO

 

[Crazygoat]

I just installed a new VP and a Glasier kit with the "big hose" kit that goes from the filter to the VP. I returned a FASS so that I could get the Glasier system. The way it was plumbed, if the Glasier fails I can use the old stock Carter LP. Also, if a glasier pump fails, the replacement is ~$130. 00 vs a $400 replacement for a Fass. To be fair, FASS has a 4yr warranty, but regardless, if you have to send it back you will need something to replace it while you get your new unit back. The good thing about Glasier is that the pump itself (I think Wasbro, correctme if I am worng) can easily be bought anywhere else (auto parts) more easily that a FASS replacement.



JC

 

[KKunz]

So does the glacier pump run fuel thought the old lift pump? Or does the fuel line run from the glacier pump straight to the fuel filter

 

[AFarmer]

RASP is still around and STILL way to high. The FASS is just as reliable if not more than any system on the market.

 

[Bloomy]

The GDP pump bypasses the stock lp. Install the pump in front of the tank and run new line to the filter housing. Easy install, ridiculously quiet and maintains awesome pressures.



Thomas

 

[KKunz]

I just orderd the glacier pump. Shouls I get a vulcan draw straw or just use the stock one?

 

[Crazygoat]

The Glasier pump connects to the original fuel filter. The old LP (Carter) is just bypassed. What we did is keep the old carter lines in place and installed plugs on them so that if the Glasier (Wasbro) fails on me I can easily reconnect the lines of the Carter LP and switch connectors.



JC

 

[MBFARMS]

You don't have to buy a Draw Straw, but it sure would make your pump have to work less to get the fuel to it. Check out Joe Mc's post on the Draw Straw and look at the pictues. You can see for yourself how it could only help. I put my carter back on for a week with the setup I have now minus the FASS just to see what it would do and with 1/2 lines and the draw straw I had 13 PSI at idle and could only draw it down to 12 WOT. My FASS stays on 17 PSI all the time and maybe loses 1/2 PSI at WOT.

 

[BTowler]

I'd go for the draw straw, have mine sitting here waiting to go in as soon as I get a new fuel tank module.

 

[DFerverda]

Dont cut the draw straw till you have access to the tank. I did mine and really like it.

The fuel module in my tank (red bottom) slides up and down and you dont know the leingth to cut the straw to untill you can measure it in the tank. Just a heads up.

Dirk

 

[Crazy Horse]

With a recently replaced VP the Walbro 392 went in today, works good and the idle is steady now.

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[Crazy Horse]

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[dsherman]

Go with the Glacier and Walbro pump. A spare pump can be bought at a reasonable price and you will never again worry about supply pump problems. Maybe other problems (like the VP we're trying to keep alive!!!)... but not the boost pump!

Mike

Why would you need an extra or spare pump if there so good :-laf :-laf

I guess you will still worry if you only bought just the one :-laf :-laf

Ill stick to the 135A pump