HP/KW required to turn the pump
Moderator: Fatmobile
HP/KW required to turn the pump
How much power is it required to turn a TDI fuel pump? I want to build a jig so I can play with the pump on a bench and need to figure out what kinda power I need to make it happy.
I am no expert by any means, but I wouldn't think it would take more than 1/3 to 1/2 HP max. It sounds as though you may need to experiment a bit to find out. I have read on the net about guys turning them with drills, which would be far less than 1/2 HP if that is the case. In any event, good luck! Let us know how it goes.
2002 VW Jetta TDI, Evry Mod, Line pressure Mod, DRL mod.