What is the maximum fuel pressure for a Holley carb?
5.5 – 7.5 psi
Carburetor Fuel Pressure by Manufacturer
| Carburetor Style | Recommended Fuel Pressure |
|---|---|
| Autolite | 4.5 – 6.5 psi |
| Holley | 5.5 – 7.5 psi |
| Edelbrock | 6.5 psi (max) |
| Demon | 5 – 6 psi (at idle) |
What should carburetor fuel pressure be?
Fuel pressure should be set between 6 and 8 psi for a gasoline carburetor. An alcohol carburetor is a different animal with very different requirements. The Alky carburetor will require 4 to 5 psi at idle and 9 to 12 psi at wide open throttle. Remember, fuel pressure is not a substitute for volume!
What should EFI fuel pressure be?
Most EFI regulators are adjustable from as low as 30 PSI to as high as 70 PSI, so those who want 43 PSI for the fuel rail will be able to use the same pump and regulator combination as those who want 60 PSI. Just be sure the pump provides the necessary flow at the pressure you need.
Will too much fuel pressure to carb?
Fuel pressure to the carburetor will range from 4 psi to 7 psi, with some vehicles using higher pressure. Using the wrong fuel pump that delivers excess pressure can cause problems ranging from poor performance and lower gas mileage to flooding and carburetor damage.
What happens if fuel pressure is too high?
Too high of pressure may result in, over fueling of the engine. As a result, this can lead to a rough running engine; poor fuel mileage, and black smoke coming from the exhaust. If your regulator is going bad, your car could display several different symptoms.
Do I need a fuel pressure regulator on a carburetor?
A fuel pressure regulator is always needed.
How much pressure should be on a return fuel line?
The return syle regulator normally holds the pressure in the feed line and the fuel rails at or near the set pressure… around 40 PSI in an EFI system, though it could be higher or lower depending upon the application.
How much pressure should a fuel pump have?
Electric fuel pumps are normally used to supply the higher pressure demanded by the system. The required pressure can be as high as 66 psi with port injection. The pressure on the throttle body injection systems is between 9 and 18 psi.
What is the correct fuel pressure for a Holley carburetor?
A. FUEL PRESSURE: This carburetor has been designed to work best at fuel pressures between 5 and 7 psi. Holley recommends 7 psi at idle, and a minimum 4 psi at engine redline. Three 8” fuel lines can result in adequate (indicated) fuel pressures, but restricted fuel flow.
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What are the best Holley carbs?
One of the most widely used Holley carbs of all times -the 0-80508S! Its dual feed fuel inlets assure you get all the fuel you need and its 750 CFM of airflow makes it the perfect performance upgrade carb. Its vacuum secondaries and electric choke make it super easy to use on a wide range of vehicles.
What kind of parts does Holley make?
Holley’s products include carburetors, fuel pumps, fuel injection, intake manifolds, and much more. From start to finish, Holley has the parts to make your dream a reality. Kickdown Cable Bracket For Use Only On Models 4150 & 4160 carburetors with 700R-4 transmissions.