Product Summary

Universal Fit, External Electric Fuel Pump Type, Steel

  • The inlet and outlet ports are both 1/4" NPT
  • It is suitable for most RV, marine, agricultural, industrial and performance applications
  • The rotating vanes driven by a heavy-duty wet six volt motor that delivers 5-3/4 PSI max pressure and a flow rate up to 72 GPH
  • Pump comes with two 1/4" NPT to 3/8" hose barb adapters, two short electric leads, and a mounting bracket with rubber isolators
  • Provides excellent lift and prime capability when the pump is mounted below the lowest point of the fuel tank at the rear of the car
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Key Specs

MFG. Part #P4259
Electric Fuel Pump TypeExternal
Free Flow Rate72 GPH / 273 LPH
Maximum Pressure5.75 psi
Voltage6 volts
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Carter P4259 Details

Carter rotary vane universal electric fuel pumps were originally created for military use. This time-tested design has been in production longer than any other Carter model. Rotating vanes driven by a heavy-duty wet six volt motor deliver 5-3/4 PSI max pressure and a flow rate up to 72 GPH. This provides excellent lift and prime capability when the pump is mounted below the lowest point of the fuel tank at the rear of the car.

The inlet and outlet ports are 1/4" NPT. The pump comes with two 1/4" NPT to 3/8" hose barb adapters, two short electric leads, and a mounting bracket with rubber isolators. 

  • 6 volt electric motor
  • Operates on positive or negative ground
  • Rated at 72 GPH and 5-3/4 psi max pressure
  • Includes barbs for 3/8" hose and mounting bracket
  • Suitable for most RV, marine, agricultural, industrial and performance applications

 

When a lower fuel pressure is required when using this fuel pump, please consider the following low pressure regulators:

 

When a lower fuel pressure is required when using this fuel pump, please consider the following low pressure regulators:

 

Warranty Information

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Speedway Motors cannot facilitate the return of defective Carter products as they have requested to handle these directly with the consumer. For defective product support and Return Authorization, please contact Carter at 1-844-827-6645 or 1-800-253-6009.

CARB Warning

For race/ off road use only

Emissions warning: this part only legal for sale or use in California for racing (competition) vehicles which may never be used, registered, or licensed for use upon a public highway. Any other use renders the vehicle tampered and not legal for use on California public highways (any public street or roadway, public dirt road, public park, or publicly maintained right of way open to the use of the public for vehicular travel). Violations subject to $37,500 penalty per violation per vehicle, revocation of registration, loss of use on California public right of ways, and proof of correction for tampering. There are similar restrictions and penalties under federal law and the laws of all other states with penalties under federal law of up to approximately $45,268 per tampered vehicle and/or engine.

Carter P4259 Specifications

KEY SPECS
MFG. Part #P4259
BrandCarter
Electric Fuel Pump TypeExternal
Free Flow Rate72 GPH / 273 LPH
Maximum Pressure5.75 psi
Voltage6 volts
GENERAL
InlineNo
Fuel TypeGasoline
Electric Fuel Pump Inlet Fitting(s)1/4" NPT Female
Electric Fuel Pump Outlet Fitting(s)1/4" NPT Female
Material TypeSteel
Clamps IncludedYes
Overall Length3.50"
Overall Width3.35"
Overall Height5.50"
Sold in QuantityEach
NotesComes with (2) 1/4" NPT to 3/8" hose barbs adapters, (2) short electric leads, and a mounting bracket with rubber isolators.
GTIN Code724956024728

Ratings & Reviews

4.8

16 Reviews

Overall Assessment

Customers praised the 6V Positive Ground Fuel Pump for being unique, high-quality, and easy to install. The fuel pump stood out for its adaptable mounting positions and capability to work as a positive or negative ground. Buyers also appreciated the inclusion of quality mounting accessories that facilitated installation. Many recommended it as a reliable replacement for old fuel pumps, and particularly highlighted its excellent service in car restoration. Some customers had to improvise with the 3/8 fittings as most 6 volt vehicles use 5/16 fuel lines. Nonetheless, the pump works seamlessly once installed and customers might buy it again. Overall, superior quality and performance distinguished our product from competitors.

4.8

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Most Liked Positive Review

5.0

Great Product and Great Service.

Product replaces old fuel pump. Easy to install and functions as it should.

Most Liked Negative Review

3.0

I might buy this again.

Just what I needed works great

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Carter P4259 6 Volt Electric Fuel Pump

5.0

7 months ago

Fred

Conway AR 72032

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I used the electric fuel pump on my 1946 Chevrolet truck to assist the starting of the engine more easily than the old style fuel pump.

Would Recommend

I would buy this pump again.

5.0

a year ago

Gibbs Garage And Customs

Van Buren Michigan

Verified

Very well built. Fits perfect on the frame with supplied mount. Super easy to install.

Would Recommend

A great pump!

5.0

a year ago

31 Buick

Wisconsin

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My 1931 Buick Straight 8 sits for weeks at a time. I installed the Carter pump eaisly and it provides the necessary priming for an immediate startup, saving the starter from excessive use

Would Recommend

Yes, I would buy this product again.

5.0

2 years ago

Doc

Cleveland, Ohio

Verified

I used this on a friends 1940 Buick that already had the same pump but was getting noisy. It was a direct replacement using the same fuel lines, mounting bracket and electrical connections.

Would Recommend

I would buy again.

5.0

2 years ago

none

Utah

Verified

Most 6 volt vehicles use 5/16 fuel lines. The fuel pump kit only contains 3/8 fittings.

Would Recommend

I would use Speedway every time I need a part for a '55 Merc

5.0

3 years ago

55MRC

San Diego,Ca.

Verified

The 6V Positive Ground Fuel Pump is a product no one else sells. Thank You For Having Products Like This

Would Recommend

I might buy this again.

3.0

7 years ago

Dodie

Yuba City, Ca

Verified

Just what I needed works great

Would Recommend

Good Price and fast Shipping.

5.0

8 years ago

Big Willy

Delmar Delaware.

Verified

This 6 volt fuel pump was easy to install on my 1952 Chevy fleetline. And work's as it should.

Would Recommend

A real problem solver

5.0

11 years ago

EeeBee

Bensalem PA

Verified

can be mounted in various positions to suit your needs

Would Recommend

Absolutley Great Unit

5.0

11 years ago

Boodog

Undisclosed

Verified

I restore a lot of cars and work with a lot of suppliers. Sometimes I need to improvise to replace parts that simply are not obtainable. I can say, without any reservations, that Speedway is one of the best in the business. They actually work at making sure your taken care of. Not the case with a lot of suppliers. I have purchased other products from Speedway. This fuel pump is top quality, like everything else they sell.

Would Recommend

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Questions & Answers

12 Questions • 17 Answers

I have 1928 ford model A. I am having problems with my gravity fed system. What do I need in parts to convert to a electric fuel pump? Regulator, fittings, hoses, etc?

by robert

• 11 years ago

1 answer

will this pump work on a 1952 pontiac thanks

by ginger

• 11 years ago

1 answer

My mechanical pump shows 3.5-4.5 psi. Will this work with the slightly higher psi?

by DBCooper

• 12 years ago

2 answers

when used in line with a oe mech pump, will the P4295 allow gas to flow thru it when the P4259 is not running plan on using the P4259 for priming and relieving vapor lock in my 37 Chevy

by Mondo

• 13 years ago

2 answers

Can I use this pump on a 12 volt vehicle?

by

• 14 years ago

2 answers

Does the pump have to be below the tank in a siphoning position or can it just be anywhere in-line?

by t

• 15 years ago

2 answers

is pressure adjustable?

by brian

• 15 years ago

2 answers

my 1941 Cadillac AC brand 6 volt Electric fuel pump has only one electrical connection,will your pump work

by

• 15 years ago

2 answers

Is this pump capable of running E85 fuels? Thank You

by

• 15 years ago

1 answer

How would I connect a pressure regulator when using this pump in line with a mechanical pump

by

• 15 years ago

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