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Old Sep 10, 2008 | 09:55 PM
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fuel pump wiring

my truck has an electric fuel pump that is wired thru the ignition switch......the only safe way that i found to do it is thru the oil press switch, well i dont have one......anyone know how else to wire is safely?
 
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Old Sep 10, 2008 | 10:01 PM
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The oil pressure switch is the best way. If you don't have one, then go buy one and add it. You will also have to buy a relay to actually control the pump, since the pressure switch will not be able to handle the current load of the pump. You can buy a pressure switch for a mid 80's f250 with a 460, and a bosch type foglamp relay, and it should work.
 
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i have mechanical guages, that is why i have no pressure switch
 
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Old Sep 11, 2008 | 07:55 AM
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Then use something like this:


You will also have to put a wire from your starter solenoid starter side to the pump side (relay side) of the oil pressure switch to start the truck.
 
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