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slow04 08-12-2008 06:41 PM

Fuel Cell
 
Here are some pics of the new fuel cell that Mitch fabricated........Had to do something to catch up with Richard Head and Dkbmxer. This will allow me to run race fuel at a flip of a switch. I'll update when I get the lines run......



http://www.carolinahorsepower.com/Daryl/fs1.jpg

http://www.carolinahorsepower.com/Daryl/fs2.jpg

http://www.carolinahorsepower.com/Daryl/fs3.jpg

chrisheltra 08-12-2008 07:32 PM

:cool:

LXtasy 08-12-2008 07:57 PM

Are you going to insulate the wires from the fuel? i.e. cover it more?

slow04 08-12-2008 08:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LXtasy (Post 23812)
Are you going to insulate the wires from the fuel? i.e. cover it more?

Everything you see on the hat assembly is mean't to be submerged...wires,connectors,submersible fuel line etc...lines going out will be braided stainless....

chrisheltra 08-12-2008 08:17 PM

How much $$$$ did it end up costing if you dont mind answering?

LXtasy 08-12-2008 08:19 PM

From the pic it just looks like regular wire with female connectors installed is why I asked. One question I have is, Will the race fuel eat away at the zipties overtime?

Mike 08-12-2008 08:24 PM

Nice Progress.........tell Mitch mine is next.

Jr,
I think they are mounting the cell in the bed, so in a matter of minutes the pumps can be out, and inspected.

Richard Head 08-12-2008 09:11 PM

Glad to see the hat is BLACK, we all know that will make it faster. Haha

///Mcompact 08-12-2008 09:41 PM

How are you working the fuel return line? Is there going to be an extra line and valve that work off of the pump switch?

Lurch 08-12-2008 10:38 PM

Fuel cell
 
There will be two 3 way valves one for return and one to direct fuel from either tank to to engine. Wires are thhn wire ties are in most fuel tanks from the factory all auto makers submerge crimp and soilder on fittings since the early 1980's. I have never liked it but it works the stock lightning fuel plugs are bare fittings inside a snap plug. The return line has a tube that directs the fuel to within 1/2" from the bottom of the tank to prevent foaming of the fuel.This system will have its own fuel filter which is a mallory canister style, two pumps feed in one line out. We will add pitcures as we go working on nice brackets for the valves switches and rear fuel gauge. Also this design is totally sealed so no fumes will get under that bed cover the vent which has a roll over ball in it, i'm venting it right back into the stock fuel tank and charchol canister system. more fun to follow Mitch

slow04 08-13-2008 03:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chrisheltra (Post 23814)
How much $$$$ did it end up costing if you dont mind answering?

We're not done yet...the AN fittings and braided lines are expensive..but I think it'll be worth it...I'll let you know

[QUOTE=Mike;23818]Nice Progress.........tell Mitch mine is next.

:bigthumb: I think we need to look at your stock system first though

Quote:

Originally Posted by Richard Head (Post 23819)
Glad to see the hat is BLACK, we all know that will make it SLOWER. Haha

Silver tank will definately make it faster:hysterical:

Quote:

Originally Posted by ///Mcompact (Post 23822)
How are you working the fuel return line? Is there going to be an extra line and valve that work off of the pump switch?

Tanks can be switched by a 3-way valve and a 3-positon switch for the power

slow04 08-26-2008 06:37 PM

fuel cell
 
Well the fuel cell is finished....Mitch finished it yesterday and I have to admit it works nicely :yourock: It's pretty cool how it works....drive to the track...flip a switch...turn two valves and instant race fuel. Also if I want to "bump up" the fuel in my stock tank..a flick of a switch and turn a valve and I can add C16 straight from the cell
http://i520.photobucket.com/albums/w...elcell1001.jpg

Mike 08-26-2008 06:40 PM

:bigthumb:

Badd ass.

Something I've been wanting to do for a while.

Lurch 08-26-2008 10:37 PM

Your next Fuel Cell
 
OK Mike Yours is Next Mitch

Mike 08-26-2008 10:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lurch (Post 24763)
OK Mike Yours is Next Mitch

I can't afford it until the mustang is done, and with the way were going it will be sometime next year. :cheers

Matts94Z28 08-26-2008 11:14 PM

Thats a really nice set up!! You don't see too many people taking their time with stuff like that anymore.

Lurch 08-27-2008 12:12 AM

Fuel Cell
 
Thank You !

Greg Norris 09-01-2008 02:55 PM

thats nice...


what was the final cost tally?

SWThomas 09-01-2008 10:50 PM

That looks very cool!

Lurch 09-04-2008 02:08 PM

Cell
 
TKS Spencer!! Mitch


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