Fuel Cell Installation
The first job I tackled was to remove the body. I made a contraption that went inside the car and fastened to the door hindge and door latch areas. I then put the arm of my hoist in the door and lifted away.
I then assessed the situation and jumped in. First tool, Plasma Cutter. I cut away the rear portion of the frame and the crossmember that holds the rear suspension was bisected. I the built a plate and tube structure to strengthen the area and to provide the front of the fuel cell compartment.
Then with 1X2 tube, I built a cradle for the cell and welded it on.
The benefits of the cell are lower center of gravity, saftey, and a built in fuel pump for the 502 Ramjet. The cell has a 22Gal. capacity and has all the fuel return lines, sender, and vent. Fuel pickup was placed in the rear center of the cell.
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500+ HP, 500+ Ft. Lbs, 500+ Cu. In. Yeah the numbers match!
Last edited by Roarvette; 02-19-2009 at 05:45 PM.
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