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    EFI Questions

    I am using a Holly Sniper EFI on my roadster, 302 with approximately 380 HP. I have 3 maybe 2 and a half questions:
    1- Can I use the 5/16" fuel line & 1/4" return line supplied by Factory 5 or do I need 3/8" fuel and return line? I think I saw someplace that 3/8" were suggested for the Sniper.
    2- I bought the in tank fuel pump, I assume I need a fuel filter, should it go in the engine compartment or can I put it close to the tank.
    3-If the 3/8" lines are needed should I buy a filter with a 3/8" inlet and outlet?....if needed at all.

    Thank you in advance for the help, this forum has already been a great help and it is appreciated.

    Doug S.

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    Question 1 Fuel Line Size From Summit Racing

    Recommended Fuel Line Size (from the tank to the pump)

    Engine Output 350-450 hp

    Size (inches) 3/8 in

    Size(AN) -6 AN

    Question 2 Fuel Filter and Fuel Pump

    Make sure the pump is sized for the amount of Horse Power

    The fuel pump should have a 'sock' on it to filter out large debris

    A separate fuel filter mounted close to the rear tank pump filtering the fuel tank feed line. See builders manual.

    Question 3 Size of fittings for the fuel line

    I would get a filter that accepts -6AN fittings and use those throughout the fuel lines set up all the way to the Fuel Pressure Regulator and to the Sniper Throttle body.

    Return Line can be 3/8 or 5/16". I would, however, suggest you make all your lines 3/8".

    George






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    Last edited by GWL; 07-28-2021 at 08:56 PM.

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    George,
    Thanks for the definitive answers. Your help is appreciated.

    Doug S

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    I forgot to mention I will be following your suggestion of 3/8" for both lines. Thank you!!!!

    Doug S.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Doug er View Post
    I forgot to mention I will be following your suggestion of 3/8" for both lines. Thank you!!!!

    Doug S.
    I built several items on my car realizing that sometime in the future I may add Horse Power or maybe the next owner may do so if I don't. So, it's always good to have a little wiggle room for future changes.

    George

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    i am running a sniper on my 347 and i used 3/8 for supply and 5/16 on return with stock mustang fuel pump has not been issue but i am only pushing 370 hp so i could be issue for higher horse power motor

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    Thank you Jwhit, I appreciate the input.

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    Make sure you get the fuel pump hangar for the 3/8 line also. I believe Breeze sells everything you need.
    Mk IV Roadster, 347/516 HP, 8 stack injection, Holley HP ECU, Astro Performance T5, 3-Link 4.10 gears, A/C, PS, PB Purchased 08/2015, Graduated 02/2017

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    Thanks for the reminder about the hangers and Breeze!!!

    Doug S.

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