I am building a Curtiss-Wright Cw1 Jr that is was originally planned for electric power. I, however, am installing a Saito 30 on this plane. Here's my predicament: The engine is mounted on the top of the wing, and the only place I can mount a fuel tank is in the fuselage, which is about 9" directly below the motor. I have played with the idea of using a header tank, but I am not sure if there is room for it.

My question is: Will a Perry oscillating pump suffice for my needs of moving fuel directly up about 9"? The plane is FAR from aerobatic, it is a slow, lazy flyer so it will not incur too many "g's" under everyday flying conditions

I have never had the need to pump an engine before, so I haven't a clue as to what the heck I am getting myself into! HELP!!

[link=http://image.rcuniverse.com/forum/upfiles/126578/Hc92321.jpg]pic1[/link] <----what the plane will look like
[link=http://image.rcuniverse.com/forum/upfiles/126578/Dx66324.jpg]pic2[/link] <----what it looks like now, the fuel tank will be mounted in front of the cabanes.