And Now For Something Completely Different - Clown's YJ Build
09-21-2016, 06:00 PM
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Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown
Not likely. My steering is loose, and I'm leaking trans fluid again. If the fuel cell gets here in time, I'll be installing it this weekend
Originally Posted by salad
Don't worry, menopause is just around the corner. The leaks will stop and you'll just overheat randomly.
09-21-2016, 08:12 PM
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Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown
Is Rob also gonna fix my Jeep if there's a problem so I can get to work on Monday?
09-21-2016, 08:13 PM
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I'm gonna call Jake and tell him you're volunteering people for stuff again. It's gonna be 2014 all over
09-21-2016, 09:23 PM
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In a rare turn of events, I'm actually trying to do this safely. I've been reading up on how to prevent fuel spillage. Although the fuel cell does have two vent/rollover valves, I understand they are only reliable when the cell is upside down. In a sever off-camber situation or a flop onto one side, the valves may not fully close.
This brings me to something I was previously somewhat aware of, called the Fuel/Air Trap System (FATS). Plumbers will be familiar, as it's basically the same as the trap in a kitchen sink. If you would like to read up on the details, click here:
http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/gener...ap-system.html
For quick reference, here are a couple diagrams to show how routing the fuel vent hoses can prevent spillage:
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Or, with two vents, you can simply double the effort:
This brings me to something I was previously somewhat aware of, called the Fuel/Air Trap System (FATS). Plumbers will be familiar, as it's basically the same as the trap in a kitchen sink. If you would like to read up on the details, click here:
http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/gener...ap-system.html
For quick reference, here are a couple diagrams to show how routing the fuel vent hoses can prevent spillage:
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Or, with two vents, you can simply double the effort:
Last edited by NewKindOfClown; 09-22-2016 at 01:27 AM.
09-22-2016, 08:48 AM
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Interesting x2.
I found this too - sounds like an easier/cheaper option than a full blown race setup
I found this too - sounds like an easier/cheaper option than a full blown race setup
Run the vent around the outside of the perimeter of the fuel cell, slightly above it and then turn it down to a few inches below the fuel cell after going around all 4 sides. Same idea as the FATS routing, just more compact.
09-24-2016, 06:23 PM
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A little prep work today.
I cleaned, primed, and painted the cargo area, and I moved the amp from the fender to the sub box. It's cushioned with rubber washers. I'm really glad I bought a wire cup brush the other day for my drill. It's so convenient.
I cleaned, primed, and painted the cargo area, and I moved the amp from the fender to the sub box. It's cushioned with rubber washers. I'm really glad I bought a wire cup brush the other day for my drill. It's so convenient.
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