Fuel Cell

slow04 · 08-12-2008, 06:41 PM

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......

chrisheltra · 08-12-2008, 07:32 PM

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

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Originally Posted by LXtasy

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

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

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.

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

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Originally Posted by Richard Head

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

Silver tank will definately make it faster

Quote:

Originally Posted by ///Mcompact

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

Well the fuel cell is finished....Mitch finished it yesterday and I have to admit it works nicely

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

Mike · 08-26-2008, 06:40 PM

Badd ass.

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

Lurch · 08-26-2008, 10:37 PM

OK Mike Yours is Next Mitch

Mike · 08-26-2008, 10:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Lurch

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.

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

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

TKS Spencer!! Mitch

08-12-2008, 06:41 PM	#1
slow04 Oink! M-ther F-cker Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: pimlico Posts: 1,126	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......

08-12-2008, 07:57 PM	#3
LXtasy Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Summerville, SC Posts: 9,564	Are you going to insulate the wires from the fuel? i.e. cover it more? __________________

08-12-2008, 08:17 PM	#5
chrisheltra Neo is Jesus Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 13,265	How much $$$$ did it end up costing if you dont mind answering? __________________ Gap A Hoe Racing

08-12-2008, 08:19 PM	#6
LXtasy Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Summerville, SC Posts: 9,564	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? __________________

08-12-2008, 09:11 PM	#8
Richard Head Supporting Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 788	Glad to see the hat is BLACK, we all know that will make it faster. Haha __________________

08-12-2008, 07:32 PM	#2
chrisheltra Neo is Jesus Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 13,265

08-12-2008, 08:24 PM	#7
Mike Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Goose Creek, SC Posts: 5,481	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.

08-12-2008, 09:41 PM	#9
///Mcompact SQUIRREL OVERLORD Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Nunya bidness Posts: 1,382	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?

08-12-2008, 10:38 PM	#10
Lurch Moderator Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Goose Creek SC Posts: 554	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

08-26-2008, 06:37 PM	#12
slow04 Oink! M-ther F-cker Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: pimlico Posts: 1,126	fuel cell Well the fuel cell is finished....Mitch finished it yesterday and I have to admit it works nicely 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

08-26-2008, 06:40 PM	#13
Mike Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Goose Creek, SC Posts: 5,481	Badd ass. Something I've been wanting to do for a while.

08-26-2008, 10:37 PM	#14
Lurch Moderator Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Goose Creek SC Posts: 554	Your next Fuel Cell OK Mike Yours is Next Mitch

08-26-2008, 11:14 PM	#16
Matts94Z28 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Summerville Posts: 12,039	Thats a really nice set up!! You don't see too many people taking their time with stuff like that anymore. __________________ Charleston Performance Solutions 4560 Rivers Ave. N. Charleston SC 29405 843-225-1142 https://www.facebook.com/CharlestonPerformanceSolutions www.facebook.com/Selepack

08-27-2008, 12:12 AM	#17
Lurch Moderator Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Goose Creek SC Posts: 554	Fuel Cell Thank You !

09-01-2008, 02:55 PM	#18
Greg Norris Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: here Posts: 30	thats nice... what was the final cost tally?

09-01-2008, 10:50 PM	#19
SWThomas Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Port Royal Posts: 534	That looks very cool! __________________ 2008 Black Toyota Tundra 4X4 DC Limited My MySpace Page iPhone Hacks & Modding

09-04-2008, 02:08 PM	#20
Lurch Moderator Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Goose Creek SC Posts: 554	Cell TKS Spencer!! Mitch