MFI or carbs? Options

[bossboy302]

Sorry for re-asking this, but as I begin fiddling with mechanical and electrical components for my project 6 conversion, I am still pondering this decision.

The car, when finished, will be shipped to Europe where my wife and I can use it when we're there, and do some rallies, trips and such. There will likely be (months-long) periods of no use.

Have most of the necessary stuff for the build, (included with the '71E motor-entire MFI, fuel filter/console, complete electrical board, fuel pump, etc) all from 'donor' car...

But I'm beginning to sense that the complexity of MFI (transducers, fuel system, micro-switches, etc.) could prove challenging. A good set of PMO's on the other hand: basic fuel pump and regulator, MSD 6AL, and a spray can of ether may be better suited, again given the intended use.

So, I welcome thoughts and opinions-thanks

[peteinjp]

I’m in the other camp. If you have all the Mfi stuff and your engine configuration is stock and you have someone that can test and set it up properly you’ll never need to touch it. It can sit for extended periods of time without needing to be rebuilt like a carb. But- you need to replace all the old stuff including things like the cold start injectors etc. IF you have some one that can bring it up to “as new” standards it’s the best.

The cold start injection system can by used with a simple push button so that eliminates one electrical component. The microswitch system is not necessary. I have had mine disconnected the only difference is that it saves fuel on deceleration- so that’s another simplification. Then basically you have the thermostat, altitude compensator (an advantage over carbs) and those are both mechanical systems which are very well documented online.

So- if you have the right person to set it up- someone that has done it many times and you can afford the initial cost of pump rebuilds etc go for the better system.

Pete