[C320-list] Mechanical vs. Electric Fuel Pumps

[Jeff Hare]

Mechanical fuel pump on a diesel for sure. 

Since diesels don't need electricity once running, an eletrical pump woud be a liability.  Also mechanical pumps are frequently gear driven not belt driven. 

The yanmar 3gm has a gear pump I believe. 

-Jeff
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Sent: Dec 17, 2010 11:16 PM

Mechanical  vs. Electrical Fuel Pumps-- what are the pros and cons of each. 

 

I have an electrical and am concerned that if I lose power due to an
emergency situation, my engine will not run. Mechanicals have belts that
might go out, but not necessarily in an emergency situations.

 

Would appreciate folks weighing in on this one.

 

Thanks.