AEROMOTIVE
Part # 11180 & 11184
Product Description
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
This product is not legal for sale or use on emission-controlled vehicles except when used as a direct replacement part matching OEM specification.
WARNING!
Always be aware of flammable situations. Drilling and grinding can be potential ignition sources. Extinguish all open flames, prohibit smoking and eliminate all sources of ignition in the area of the vehicle and workspace before proceeding with the installation. Ensure you are working in a well ventilated area with an approved fire extinguisher nearby.
WARNING!
Installation of this product requires modification to a fuel tank/ the fuel system, failure to satisfy all safety considerations will result in fire, explosion, injury and/or loss of life to yourself and/or others. All fuel system components
MUST be located as far from heat sources as possible, like exhaust, engine block, etc.
WARNING!
Mechanical and hydraulic lifting devices can tip over or lower accidentally due to incorrect maneuvering or technical errors. A falling object can cause injury and/or loss of life to yourself and/or others. When working under the vehicle, always use stands, and ensure that the ground or floor is stable and level. Never crawl under a vehicle which is only supported by a jack.
WARNING!
The fuel system is under pressure. Do not open the fuel system until the pressure has been relieved. Refer to the appropriate vehicle service manual for the procedure and precautions for relieving the fuel system pressure .
CAUTION!
When installing this product always wear safety glasses and other appropriate safety appeal. A drilling operation will cause flying metal chips. Flying metal chips can cause eye injury.
CAUTION:
Installation of this product requires detailed knowledge of automotive systems and repair procedures. We recommend that this installation be carried out by a qualified automotive technician. Careless installation of this product can result in damage to the product, injury or loss of life to yourself and/or others.
Compatible Fuels:
Pump Gas
Race Gas
E85
Alcohol/Ethanol
To use this pump in your vehicle’s fuel system, you must do the following :
• Utilize a by-pass style fuel pressure regulator must be used in the system.
• Utilize AN-12 size high pressure fuel lines, fittings and o-rings for all connections from the fuel tank pickup to the fuel pump.
• Mount pump level with or lower than the bottom, and as close to the tank, as possible to ensure proper fuel pump performance and longevity.
• Install an Aeromotive P/N 12309 pre-filter and 12341 post filter.
• Install a reservoir sump in the bottom-rear of your fuel tank if you are using a stock fuel tank.
Exercise extreme caution and follow all manufacturers’ recommendations when installing a reservoir sump.
• Tank/Fuel cell must have at least a ½” tank vent.
• Install a high flow capacity fuel tank pickup (11/16” inner tube diameter) if you choose not to install a reservoir sump. Installing pickup tube instead of a reservoir sump may shorten the fuel pump life and cause drivability problems. When using a fuel pickup, you should maintain at least ½ tank of fuel to avoid possible engine lean-out and/or fuel pump damage.
• Maximum continuous operating pressure should not exceed 70 psi.
Failure to follow the above may result in fuel leakage, bursting of the fuel lines, poor vehicle performance and/or decreased fuel pump life! Improper installation will void all warranties for this product!
The following steps are typical of most installations:
1. Once the engine has been allowed to cool, relieve the fuel system pressure and disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Raise the vehicle and support it with jack stands.
3. Referring to the appropriate vehicle service manual for instructions, remove the OEM fuel pump.
4. Install an after-market sumped high flow capacity fuel tank or fuel cell, per the manufacturer’s instructions.
Note: Failure to mount the pump lower than and close to the fuel tank may cause the pump to run dry, resulting in extreme pump wear! Make sure the pump is located lower than and as close as possible to the fuel tank, so that the pump is always supplied with fuel!
5. Find a suitable place on the vehicle chassis to mount the fuel pump. Make sure the location will accommodate the pump mounting bolts. Make sure to position the pump at or below the bottom of the tank. Make sure that the pump is clear of the exhaust, is clear of any moving suspension or drivetrain components and will keep the pump clear of road obstructions or debris.
Note: Be sure to route all fuel lines clear of any moving suspension or drive train components, and any exhaust components! Protect fuel lines from abrasion and road obstructions or debris.
6. Using minimum of 11/16” ID or AN-12 fuel line, connect the fuel tank sump outlet to a 100-micron fuel strainer
(Aeromotive P/N 12309). Using the same size fuel line connect the fuel filter outlet to the fuel pump inlet, or if you are using an Aeromotive fuel filter you can attach the filter directly to the fuel pump utilizing an AN-12 fitting (Aeromotive
P/N 15612) and 2 sealing o-rings (AN-12 o-ring pack Aeromotive P/N 15624).
Note: It is recommended that a fuel shut off valve be installed between the fuel tank outlet and the fuel pump.
You may accomplish this with one component using Aeromotive P/N 12332 shutoff valve fuel filter and 15680 swivel fitting to make the connection.
7. Using AN-12 fuel line, connect the fuel pump outlet to a 10-micron post fuel filter (Aeromotive P/N 12341). You can attach the filter directly to the fuel pump utilizing an ORB-10 to AN-12 fitting (Aeromotive P/N 15642) and 2 sealing orings (10AN and 12AN o-ring pack Aeromotive P/Ns 15623 and 15624, respectively). Make sure you use high pressure (200 psi minimum) fuel line for this connection!
8. Connect the outlet filter to the vehicle’s fuel rails or pressure regulator depending on application as shown in the following diagrams. For optimum fuel system performance in EFI applications, Aeromotive recommends a balanced system with the fuel pressure regulator as the last component in the system. Make sure you use high pressure (200 psi minimum) fuel line for this connection!
9. Make sure you use stranded, insulated copper wire, in the sizes shown, with matching crimp-type connectors for all connections.
Note: Be sure to route all electrical wires clear of any moving suspension or drivetrain components and any exhaust components! Protect wires from abrasion and road obstructions or debris.
10. Locate the OEM fuel pump supply wires, located near the OEM fuel pump mounting location. Using that supply wire, connect the Aeromotive fuel pump as shown in the following diagram.
11. Attach a suitable fuel pressure gauge to the fuel system schrader valve, fuel rail, or fuel pressure regulator
(Aeromotive P/N 15633 for EFI or 15632 for Carbureted applications, respectively).
12. Ensure that any spilled fuel and any fuel soaked shop towels are cleaned up and removed from the vicinity of the vehicle.
CAUTION: While performing the following steps, if any fuel leaks are detected, immediately turn the ignition to
OFF, remove any spilled fuel and repair the leak(s) before proceeding!
13. Turn the ignition to ON without starting the engine , allow the pump to run for several seconds and check the fuel pressure. If there is no pressure, turn the ignition to OFF, wait one minute, then turn the ignition to ON and recheck the pressure. Repeat this ignition OFF and ON procedure until the gauge registers pressure or you detect a fuel leak.
If no pressure is registered on the gauge after running the pump for several seconds and you have found no leaks, check all fuel and electrical connections to determine the cause.
14. Once the fuel pressure gauge registers pressure, start the engine. The fuel pressure gauge should register between
40 and 70 psi for EFI applications or 5-15 psi for carbureted applications. If you have installed an adjustable fuel pressure regulator, adjust it to the desired setting. (For maximum fuel system performance, we recommend using an
Aeromotive adjustable fuel pressure regulator; call us for info.)
15. Shut the engine off. Using suitable clips and other mounting hardware, secure the newly installed fuel lines and electrical wires by attaching them to the vehicle chassis.
16. Test-drive the vehicle to insure proper operation and re-check the fuel system for leaks. If any leaks are found, immediately discontinue use of the vehicle and repair the leak(s)!
NOTE: When installing a new fuel system, the system will be contaminated from manufacturing and assembly.
This contamination will be stopped by the Aeromotive P/N 12341 post filter. Change the post filter element after
100 miles to insure pump/system life (filter element part # 12639).
Aeromotive system components are not legal for sale or use on emission controlled motor vehicles.
Fuel System Troubleshooting
Pump does not run at all.
Pump performs poorly or runs intermittently
Do you have voltage at the pump terminals?
Yes
Is the “+”terminal connected to +12 V and the
“-“ terminal connected to the battery ground cable?
Yes
Is the fuel line going to the engine compartment connected to the same side of the fuel pump as the power terminals?
Yes
Do you have a 100-micron fuel filter installed on the inlet side of the fuel pump?
Yes
Contact Aeromotive
No
No
No
No
Check all electrical connections.
Connect power wires to proper terminals.
Plumb the fuel pump in the proper orientation.
Debris may have entered the fuel pump and locked it up, Contact
Aeromotive.
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No
Is the fuel pressure regulator you are using a by-pass style?
Yes
Are you using a sumped fuel tank or a fuel cell?
Yes
Is the fuel line between the fuel tank / fuel cell a minimum of 11/16”
ID or AN-12?
Yes
Is the fuel pump mounted at or below the half tank fuel level?
Yes
Does the fuel filter on the inlet side of the pump have a
100-micron filtration rating and have a min. of 60 in
?
Yes
2
Are the fuel filters in the system been clean or new?
Yes
Are you driving the vehicle for periods of time greater then
30 minutes?
No
No
No
No
No
No
Yes
A by-pass style regulator is required for proper operation of this product. For EFI we recommend Aeromotive p/n
13134. For carb applications we recommend Aeromotive p/n
13212.
A sumped fuel tank or fuel cell is required for proper product performance, refer to
Aeromotive tech bulletin #802
“Pickup tubes -vs- sumped tanks” for specific details.
Clean, high flow inlet plumbing is required for proper pump operation, a min. of 11/16” ID or AN-12 fuel line is required on the pump inlet side.
The fuel pump must be mounted such that it has a good gravity feed to insure proper priming and a long service life.
The fuel filter on the inlet side of the fuel pump is required to be rated at 100-micron and have no less then 60 in 2 filtering area. For detailed information see Aeromotive tech bulletin #101 titled “Inlet
Insure that all fuel filters are clean or new, proper filters are an inexpensive cure to a lot of fuel system problems. Refer to
Aeromotive tech bulletin #102 titled “Post Pump Filtration”.
As the fuel level falls in your tank it is being recirculated at an increasing rate, allowing less time for fuel cool down, in these cases it is recommended to have at least ½ tank of fuel to reduce cavitation.
Aeromotive, Inc. Technical Bulletin #101
From: Aeromotive Technical Department
Date: 10/10/2011
Re: Fuel Filtration: Selecting the correct filter to prevent lean-out and pump failure.
STOP!! If you are selling or installing a fuel filter on the inlet of an Aeromotive fuel pump, be certain you do not use a filter that causes more problems than it solves. For pump inlet filtration, use only
Aeromotive 100-micron P/N #12304, #12302 or an acceptable equivalent (see specifications below).
Do not install the Aeromotive P/N #12301 or 12310 filter with 10-micron fabric element on the inlet of any Aeromotive fuel pump, they are however perfect for use on the outlet of the pump, and this is the only location for which they are recommended.
You may run any brand of filter you choose on your car, just be certain that it meets the following requirements:
The filter element used on the inlet side of any Aeromotive fuel pump may be no finer than 100-micron (no number smaller than 100), with a surface area of 60 square inches or more.
Any filter element not meeting these criteria may fail to flow the full volume of the pump, resulting in both vehicle drivability and pump reliability problems. Aeromotive fuel pumps are engineered to be efficient, and
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11414 W 79 th St, Lenexa, KS 66214
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can create both high outlet pressure and high inlet vacuum. The boiling temperature of any liquid varies with pressure. For example, the engine’ cooling system is purposely designed to pressurize the coolant in order to raise the boiling point. So how does this apply to fuel delivery? When a fuel pump has to pull through a restriction to get fuel from the tank a vacuum develops which lowers the fuel’s boiling temperature, cavitating the fuel and turning it from liquid into vapor. Bottom line: Inlet restrictions create vacuum, which causes cavitation, which in turn causes vapor-lock and fuel pump damage. Of course, drivability problems and even engine damage can result! Lesson: Don’t combine high flow, efficient fuel pumps with poor flowing inlet filters. Don’t use fuel lines smaller than the pump ports. Don’t use fuel tank pick-ups or tank outlets smaller than the line.
What about a fine filter? They are also necessary, but must be installed on the outlet side of your Aeromotive fuel pump, never on the inlet . Options include the Aeromotive 10-micron (replaceable element) fabric filter assemblies P/N #12301 and P/N #12310, and the new, high-flow 40-micron (cleanable element) stainless steel filter assembly P/N #12335. Given the alcohol content found in today’s pump gas, it is now necessary to frequently monitor and service any downstream fuel filters in use. Because they cannot be cleaned, keep a spare
10-micron element on hand for immediate service to eliminate engine fuel starvation and drivability problems when they become heavy clogged.
All Aeromotive pumps except the Pro Series EFI pump may use the Aeromotive filter #12304 with –10 inlet and outlet fittings and 100-micron stainless steel element. The Pro Series EFI pump #11102 requires filter #12302 with larger stainless steel element and –12 inlet and outlet fittings. The #12302 is also recommended for the #11104 EFI Eliminator pump and our new #11105 belt drive pump (try 400gph or
2700lb/hr of fuel delivery at 100psi!!). Though Genuine Aeromotive Filters may be somewhat more expensive than the off-brand options, you simply must “compare apples to apples”. They say “a picture is worth a thousand words…”
Above are various versions of “100-micron” fuel filters/elements. Note: the top element is the Aeromotive 100micron element P/N #12604, as found the fuel filter assembly P/N #12304. Note the various filters all have
“billet” housing, with AN connections, and can be disassembled for inspection and cleaning. Also, note that all are sold and recommended as appropriate pre-filters.
Of course, it’s obvious by this comparison image that there’s more to a filter than the micron rating, a billet housing or even AN Connections. It should be equally clear that surface area, the amount of filter material available for fuel flow, is not at all related to micron rating, but a major key to a filters flow capacity. All these filters may be fine, well made assemblies, and perhaps they are suitable for use with various fuel pumps on various engines; However, excepting the very top element which is there for comparison, none of the above belong in any system featuring an Aeromotive fuel pump and certainly not any car, boat, truck, etc. that features an engine worthy of such a pump.
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To obtain an RGA number, please call (913) 647–7300 and ask for the Returns and Repairs department.
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7805 Barton St.
Lenexa, KS 66214
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Aeromotive Inc.
11414 W 79th Street.
Lenexa, KS 66214
General Inquiries and Tech Line: (913) 647-7300
General Email: [email protected]
Tech Email : [email protected]
The Aeromotive Tech Lines are open Monday through Friday from 9:30AM to 5:00PM Central Standard Time.
WARNING:
This product can expose you to chemicals,
including chromium, which is known to the State of California
to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm.
For more information, visit: www.p65Warnings.ca.gov
AEROMOTIVE, INC. LIMITED WARRANTY
This Aeromotive Product, with proof of purchase dated on or after January 1, 2003, is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the original date of purchase. No warranty claim will be valid without authentic, dated proof of purchase.
This warranty is to the original retail purchaser and none other and is available directly from
Aeromotive and not through any point of distribution or purchase.
If a defect is suspected, the retail purchaser must contact Aeromotive directly to discuss the problem, possible solutions and obtain a Return Goods Authorization (RGA), if deemed necessary by the company. Please call 913-647-7300 and dial option 3 for the technical service dept. All returns must be shipped freight pre-paid to the company and with valid RGA before they will be processed.
Aeromotive will examine any product returned with the proper authorization to determine if the failure resulted from a defect or from abuse, improper installation, misapplication or alteration. Aeromotive will then, at it’s sole discretion, return, repair or replace the product.
If any Aeromotive product is determined defective, buyer’s exclusive remedy is limited in value to the sale price of the good. In no event shall Aeromotive be liable for incidental or consequential damages.
Aeromotive expressly retains the right to make changes and improvements in any product it manufactures and sells at any time. These changes and improvements may be made without notice at any time and without any obligation to change the catalogs or printed materials.
Aeromotive expressly retains the right to discontinue at any time and without notice any Aeromotive product that it manufactures or sells.
This warranty is limited and expressly limits any implied warranty to one year from the date of the original retail purchase on all Aeromotive products.
No person, party or corporate entity other than Aeromotive shall have the right to: determine whether or not this Limited Warranty is applicable to any Aeromotive product, authorize any action whatsoever under the terms and conditions of this Limited Warranty, assume any obligation or liability of any nature whatsoever on behalf of Aeromotive under the terms and conditions of this
Limited Warranty.
This Limited Warranty covers only the product itself and not the cost of installation or removal.
This Limited Warranty is in lieu of and expressly excludes any and all other warranties, expressed or implied. This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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