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Originally Posted by mistblue
Because of lack of space in the engine compartment, I had thoughts about installing dry sump tank in the trunk.
Is it doable?
Is there anything I need to consider?, .... i.e. placement of the tank, length of hoses, etc.
Hope You can help me out.
Pether.
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I have an LS engine in my 69 Camaro with a dry sump set up. I used a 4 stage dry sump pump and a 3.5 gallon capacity oil tank in the trunk. The engine builder recommended to use a tank with 3 gallon capacity minimum for the trunk installation. For the pressure line I used 20AN part way, then reduced to 16AN. The scavenge (return) line is 20AN for the full run.
I mounted the outlet on the tank up above the inlet to the pump so the pump always has a head of oil (gravity feed). Here are some pictures of the oil tank installed in the trunk.
The trunk install works great as long as you have the pump and lines sized correctly. My engine builder had lots of experience with dry sump system and provided instructions and a schematic for the plumbing. Also... make sure to vent the tank outside the trunk.
It was more work and expense to do the plumbing... but it's nice to have the extra space and clean look under the hood.