Peter how did you go with the electric pump before the mechanical pump ? My ideas as well on a fuel system thats been cleaned and devoid of fuel other than in a cleaned tank for 3 years. Interesting to know how you went.carl, Dr.Jeff..thanks for your input. The mechanical pump works fine at the moment once fuel lines and carburetors are charged. I am hoping to avoid the requirement of prolonged cranking after extended lay-over. The upside is that the oil pressure is up by the time the engine lights-off. I was envisioning a couple of T pieces off the fuel line to feed the electric pump before the mechanical pump. The idea is to prime the system.
Michael