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Mark - not sure that 1/2 hp will have the required power to get the pump to 4000rpm

Just a suggestion - try taking a "static" torque reading with a torque wrench slowly turning over a pump (with injectors and fuel connected) to get an idea of the torque required, then calculate the power required (I'd probably add 30%-50% capacity above that)

OEM Pump dyno's are rated much higher that 1/2 hp - think 10hp or 20hp (although they are designed for running huge diesel pumps)

I'd think 4-5hp would be required.

Great work - very interested in your progress

Regards
John

Last edited by jcge; 03-01-2009 at 02:18 PM.. Reason: more power !!!!
Old 03-01-2009, 01:33 PM
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