BD Diesel Performance lift pump protection??
 

Diesel Power had an article in the July 07 issue about "Injection Protection" pg. 184, which is a kit to help out the lift pump. The kit is $250-$270. That seems like a relatively inexpensive, preventive measure. Has anyone used this or heard anything about it? www.dieselperformance.com

There are LOTS of kits like that on the market...

The kit is a good kit. The thing to consider is that ANYTHING is better than the in the tank "fix". If you read the mag. there was a fella who wrote in from Canada that asked them about it and they offered up the in-tank fix - at the same time of showing BD's kit. They need to give their collective heads a shaking.

Go BD, Glacier, FASS, Air Dog, Racor, Parker, Carter and the list goes on and you'll be fine.

I have sold ALOT of these kits in the past few months..... For the price they are very hard to beat.

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But for a few bucks more, you can have a complete Walbro kit - which is far superior in IMO....

Your kidding right?

Kidding about what? Being superior or the price?

Both. BD knows their sh*t when it comes to diesel power. FASS makes one of the best (and they are a sight sponsor) both diesel rated pumps. Don't really want to open this can of worms so I don't really care...

I dont know what you are getting at here...but...

Lets recap what Ive said here - the Walbro kit is the same price as the BD Diesel kit and has better results. From what Ive seen, the BD Diesel kit is nothing more than a stock Carter 4601 moved to the framerail and some replacement fuel line:

http://www.bd-power.com/ram/product....%20Kits&tt=ram

The Walbro kit is a big improvement (at least in my mind) and several people have reported excellent results with it. I am not disagreeing with anyone here - simply stating that the Walbro kit is the same price and offers better performance.

Yes, DPP/FASS is a sponsor here and I have not said one single good or bad thing about their products. Yes, they have top notch products, but they arent the cheapest alternative.....lets face it, they are not a reasonable amount of money for some people.

sorry not trying to piss in your flakes this morning. don't take it the wrong way.

all differences aside, I think that the FASS with the filters is the way to go - even if it is the most $$ and happens to be on my shelf.

Where are you finding a Walbro lift pump system w/ pump for $250 - $270? Might want to let the members in on that deal.

Glacier Diesel has theirs for $419 and Wide Open Diesel is $170 w/o pump.

FWIW Ive heard this new Low Sulfur Fuel is Eating Walbros like pan cakes ,, any truth to that?

DM

I wouldn't know about the cost thing because i'm in a different country then y'all. But as far as the ULSD eating through stuff - this is true. Not sure specifically on that particular pump because I don't use them.

Well I always like to give our sponsors first crack...

But, since you brought it up...www.wideopendiesel.com has the line kit for $170 and the Walbro pump can be found at various suppliers and on e-bay for $105-125 or so...

So, its around $285 give or take a few $$...

Aint nothing wrong with finding something that works at a cheap price, I realize I don't always have the best deals or the best products for a person's needs. I'd rather them get the right part for their need at the best price then sell em the wrong part for to much money.

Fact is there are tons of lift pump replacement systems out there, they all cater to a need. And ya really can't go wrong with an upgraded set-up since the stock system is so poor.

And while we're covering prices of various stuff. Vulcan's pusher pump kit is $100 + the cost of a pump.

I have ran across the 392 Glacier System on Ebay for $395 with free shipping. I have been leaning towards the Glacier System myself when I do make the change, but IF they are having issues with the Walbro pumps and the ULSD, I may have to look at some others a bit more strongly.

I would have to say if you have the $$$$ get the FASS System or the Pump. If your on a limited budjet its hard to beat the BD Kit. Now you can find some great deals on ebay, but you need to also make sure they are authorized dealers so you get the warranty.

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That is a big thing to consider when purchasing anything new off Ebay for a drastically lower price. Also is the customer service after the sale, are they going to be there or is it just some fly by night operation? Not trying to slam Ebay but those are just some things that need considering if your buying a product with a warranty.

IMO if you dont have the $$ for a FASS , PSI Component , Air Dog , RASP Pump go with a Vulcan Carter set up till you do