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Post by turtle8 on May 7, 2010 16:14:10 GMT -5
How difficult is it to install a fuel cell into the hatch of a hatchback? What parts do I need to purchase? Who has hints and pointers they can give me?
-Michael
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Post by MattP on May 8, 2010 7:19:04 GMT -5
What class and intended use? Requirements vary based on if it's for autocross, time trials, or road racing.
Typically you'll need to make a metal cover for the cell in a car where there's no bulkhead between driver and fuel cell.
Have to find a way to mount the cell by building a frame for it.
And of course you'll need all the fittings and whatnot to plumb it into the fuel system.
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Post by cr89x on May 8, 2010 8:15:09 GMT -5
It is not overly difficult. I didn't realy help with the project, but it is in an 83 Rabbit.
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Post by turtle8 on May 8, 2010 16:44:24 GMT -5
The car is our FSP autocross 1989 Ford Probe LX. We are having fuel pickup issues. We had a fuel leak at the pump hanger that is bolted to the top of the stock tank. We tried new seals and sealant but they did not help. So, I went mad and used Magnum Steel epoxy all around the pump hanger plate thingy. That fixed the leak.
At Michelin, I had severe fuel pick up problems, now I have to get back in the tank. So at the least, I need to remove the tank and chisel off that epoxy. I thought if it came to purchasing a new tank, I'd rather install a fuel cell and external pump. The car could possibly be used in time trials sometime in the future.
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Post by roundman on May 14, 2010 10:43:24 GMT -5
we put one in a 89 rx7..was not to bad,,still in there and workin great
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Post by MattP on May 14, 2010 12:46:54 GMT -5
SP rule for fuel cells:
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Post by turtle8 on May 14, 2010 16:54:10 GMT -5
Ain't ready to put in a roll bar/cage. -Michael |
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Post by MattP on May 14, 2010 17:54:41 GMT -5
Ain't ready to put in a roll bar/cage. -Michael Then it's off to SM for you... |
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Post by turtle8 on May 15, 2010 20:39:53 GMT -5
The day I go to SM is the day I have a 289 V8 in the Probe's engine compartment.  |
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Post by cr89x on May 19, 2010 5:12:34 GMT -5
O that sounds so nice. When do you want to start that one? Lending hand here. Next week? Get it done for CMP lol.
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Post by turtle8 on May 19, 2010 21:39:52 GMT -5
If cash were no object, I'd start now. I haven't won the lottery yet. Lately I've been trying to get my Neon going again. Freakin' computer keeps telling me my cam timing is off. It ain't, I checked it last week and even put a new belt and tensioner on today.
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