Preludedude Posted September 3, 2014 Report Share Posted September 3, 2014 Bought car from guy who dropped gas tank because it was rusted, and had this fuel cell in the hatch, but he never installed it..Me and my stepdad finally tackled it yesterday, and soon we will try to crank the car up..Still finishing up engine rebuild..We welded a square bracket out of square tubing, and put angle iron on top of tubing to keep tank from moving any direction...Welded the brace to the body of the car..Used the factory cargo strap and it worked nicely, but we also added 2 rachet straps to keep tank held to the brace....Installed the Walbro 255 pump on the body itself and rewired it to a toggle switch...Putting in a vent line next of course... Questions, concerns, or criticism welcome...I know the welds arent pretty, but they will do the job for sure... http://i1221.photobucket.com/albums/dd461/Preludedude1/photo1.jpghttp://i1221.photobucket.com/albums/dd461/Preludedude1/photo2-1.jpghttp://i1221.photobucket.com/albums/dd461/Preludedude1/photo3.jpghttp://i1221.photobucket.com/albums/dd461/Preludedude1/photo11.jpghttp://i1221.photobucket.com/albums/dd461/Preludedude1/photo21.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedyquest Posted September 3, 2014 Report Share Posted September 3, 2014 If I was you I would make some permanent straps out of metal to hold the fuel cell. Another thing I notice is that you drilled two holes for the soft fuel lines, you probably want to take some steps to make sure that the metal doesn't rub on the hose or it could in time cut through it and cause you some serious problems. Finally I'd suggest you make some sort of guard for the pump and its associated wiring. The way it was oem the tank would protect the pump and its connections from water etc, the way it is now its open to the elements. Otherwise dude, I'm all for diy projects and solving problems with what you have so good job and keep it up : ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuGG Posted September 3, 2014 Report Share Posted September 3, 2014 I agree with speedy. Permanent straps and rubber hose through metal is a no no. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Funky Phil Posted September 3, 2014 Report Share Posted September 3, 2014 (edited) Do you intend to daily this? If so, I recommend a fire cap. Actually, I recommend that regardless of your intention. Edited September 3, 2014 by Funky Phil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotty Dont Posted September 3, 2014 Report Share Posted September 3, 2014 You need bulk head fittings where the hose goes through the sheet metal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Preludedude Posted September 3, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 3, 2014 Ill look into better straps....I'll also be getting grommets/bulkhead fittings for the fuel lines going through metalMaking a custom shield for pump is good also to protect from road debris and water. What is a fire cap? Got a link? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Funky Phil Posted September 3, 2014 Report Share Posted September 3, 2014 Its just a metal cap that goes over the cell and fuel components and seals it from the cabin. Its basically a metal box Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Funky Phil Posted September 3, 2014 Report Share Posted September 3, 2014 Do you have a vent and tip over valve? where is it venting to? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Preludedude Posted September 3, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 3, 2014 Do you have a vent and tip over valve? where is it venting to? Will be drilling a new hole to run vent line..Going to vent under the car near left rear wheel...No tip over valve..Guess ill be researching these also.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psu_Crash Posted September 3, 2014 Report Share Posted September 3, 2014 You should have the pump turned on and off in the stock fashion. That way if you rollover and cut a fuel line it won't just continue to spray fuel all over as long as the key stays on, regardless of anything else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedyquest Posted September 3, 2014 Report Share Posted September 3, 2014 How does the stock setup decide when to cut power to it? I'm curious simply because I've eliminated so much from my car I wonder if I still have it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StarquestRescue Posted September 3, 2014 Report Share Posted September 3, 2014 How does the stock setup decide when to cut power to it? I'm curious simply because I've eliminated so much from my car I wonder if I still have it.When the engine stops, the pump shuts off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speed racer Posted September 4, 2014 Report Share Posted September 4, 2014 fire suit?life insurance?all the stuff mentioned you need a damn good idea too.I would have mounted te cell in the stock tank location and not in the interior. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott87star Posted September 4, 2014 Report Share Posted September 4, 2014 Hose clamps on both sides of the pump, hose clamps on the high pressure side is a NO. Move to a connector capable of pressure, NPT, AN, flare or combination. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starquestJOE Posted September 4, 2014 Report Share Posted September 4, 2014 Your fuel return line does not go to the sump on the cell. It should go to the top over the tank. I would have mounted it in the stock location as well. Much safer under the car Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Preludedude Posted September 4, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 4, 2014 So I'll run the return line to the top of the tank, and just cap off the nozzle on the bottom beside the feed line? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markhansenconquest Posted September 5, 2014 Report Share Posted September 5, 2014 (edited) put it in stock location... or smell gas........ and if it blows up ........its out side of car and your on the inside.....protect yourself...... Edited September 5, 2014 by markhansenconquest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotty Dont Posted September 8, 2014 Report Share Posted September 8, 2014 Fuel cells are commonly install inside of cars just please do the most you can to protect your self. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jinx Posted September 11, 2014 Report Share Posted September 11, 2014 this a race car or something ?is it that hard 4 u 2 get anothger good factory tank ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Preludedude Posted September 11, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 11, 2014 Not a race car but not a daily driver either. Just a car to have fun with. Play at the drag strip some. Not a looker but just something different to have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuze Posted September 16, 2014 Report Share Posted September 16, 2014 Been said but,AN fittings on the pressure sideAN bulkhead fittings through the floor, or at least grommets in the metal... that's scary.Use the stock fuel pump wiring so the ECU can turn fuel off and on and avoid a fuel fountain if god forbid, you crash. Ever think of cutting the floor and sinking it down to lower the weight? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Convette Posted September 16, 2014 Report Share Posted September 16, 2014 Go back to a stock tank. I wish I hadnt gone to a cell. Its been a royal PIA ever since. However, if your going to keep it like that its not safe. Make proper straps and get your lines right. I built this cover for mine that screws down with a gasket around the lid to keep all fumes ect. out of the cabin. Use grommets where you go through the metal, it will cut the lines eventually. http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w239/johnboy9788/Mobile%20Uploads/IMAG2039_zpsfc99d3ad.jpg http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w239/johnboy9788/lid_zpsf69a87d4.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
needsq Posted October 14, 2014 Report Share Posted October 14, 2014 Does the fuel cell have a resistance sensor to report the fuel level? If so does it work with the factory gauge? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Preludedude Posted October 15, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 15, 2014 No sensor..Ill just go off mileage or having to actually look inside... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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