Hi Griffo,
I agree with most of what you say, especially about vapours returning through
the
fuel return line to the tank if there are any in the system hence my comment
about assisting starting especially when hot. I think the restricted fuel return
line is in the build manual, so all Europa's should be fitted with it, I
know mine is.
I do leave mine on when starting, the pump only draws about 1.5 amps so
shouldn't
affect starting too much, but I do agree that all electrics are best off when
starting.
The cost of replacement in the UK is about 40 for the Facet pump (about $80 Aus
?) which isn't a lot when amortised over the life of the pump - mine is still
going after 7 years in my ownership and there is no record of it having been
changed since build in 2001.
I guess it's just down to personal preference so until someone comes up with
really
good reason not to do it, I'll be leaving mine 'on'
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