Ford vs Chevy Build-up - Page 7

HandOverFist · 10-31-2014, 10:11 AM

Irritating...I'm not seeing how a factory fuel pump will drop in to this tank. There is nothing for the pump assembly body to "snap into" to hold in place.

This pump looks like the hat would fit and solves the problem of a return line, but still don't see how to hold the base in place. http://www.ebay.com/itm/181125069932...%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

black88coupe · 10-31-2014, 12:14 PM

Had to edit my post as I missed some of the info you posted. I believe that people run the later style tanks so the can use a Cobra setup. The stock FOX fuel system works pretty well on it's own since you wanna keep the stock lines, etc.

black88coupe · 10-31-2014, 12:17 PM

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black88coupe · 10-31-2014, 12:22 PM

Just bought a kit the other day for my car. It was branded under Carter PT# P74151HP. Its a complete drop in with a 255lph Walbro pump.

Billy Nees · 10-31-2014, 12:40 PM

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Not much of anything done this week, but I will get after it this weekend. Subframe connectors arrived today and I will begin with them tm. Someone is coming tm afternoon to repair the lift...things will move quickly then.

I've been getting great tips/advice for this car and it is much appreciated. I have made one change which was told to me as not needed...a fuel tank swap. I want to use the factory fuel system in the car to include the fuel tank as well as the fuel lines instead of the usual fuel cell in the trunk along with the associated -AN lines/fittings. I was advised the factory tank/lines along with a upgraded pump was all that was needed, but I spied this tank with internal baffling and could not get it out of my head so I have it on hand. http://www.ebay.com/itm/131328550204...%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

Supposedly it will accept a pump such as this... http://www.ebay.com/itm/181125073517...%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

I don't know how these pumps are supposed to snap-in yet...do not have one in hand atm. Seems to me all I need do is figure out how to add a fitting in the tank somewhere for the factory return line. Any ideas I am all ears at this point.

Umm, not for nuthin' BUT, I would go and read the last sentence in the rule book regarding the fuel tank. I got bit by this a few years ago. You can change the stock tank to a cell BUT, "If OEM tank is used, it must remain unaltered".

Sean Marconette · 10-31-2014, 01:07 PM

Dumb question, but is that an Aeromotive tank? I did not open your internet links. Aeromotive sells a drop-in pump that resembles your tank opening.

Good luck.

I am probably not telling you something that you may already know. But make sure the car is level all the way around when you install the subframe connectors. Otherwise the car could be twisted after installation.

Sean

FireSale · 10-31-2014, 01:34 PM

The Aeromotive system is called Stealth. I looked it up after seeing their ads on either Gearz or the NHRA ProMod Series on TV. It fits in a stock looking pump opening in the tank but still uses -AN fittings. They may be in the tank and more easily converted to stock steel, though.

EDIT: That tank is very similar to the Fox body Stealth tank from Aeromotive and probably will take the same pump. Check the specs in this link:

Aeromotive Stealth Tank

The Ebay seller isn't Aeromotive. Different area code. Might be a Chinese knockoff.

Dale

black88coupe · 10-31-2014, 02:33 PM

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Might be a Chinese knockoff.

ALOT of knockoff stuff on EBAY. Be very careful.

HandOverFist · 10-31-2014, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Billy Nees

Umm, not for nuthin' BUT, I would go and read the last sentence in the rule book regarding the fuel tank. I got bit by this a few years ago. You can change the stock tank to a cell BUT, "If OEM tank is used, it must remain unaltered".

I would classify it as OEM Billy...it is an over the counter 03/04 Mustang gas tank. Can I just call it a fuel cell then?

HandOverFist · 10-31-2014, 09:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Sean Marconette

Dumb question, but is that an Aeromotive tank? I did not open your internet links. Aeromotive sells a drop-in pump that resembles your tank opening.

Good luck.

I am probably not telling you something that you may already know. But make sure the car is level all the way around when you install the subframe connectors. Otherwise the car could be twisted after installation.

Sean

I had the car wheels on railroad ties today Sean when I tacked them on. I'll finish welding when I can get it on the lift...damn that rolling on the floor lol.

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HandOverFist VIP Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Gulf Breeze, FL Posts: 1,655 Likes: 8 Liked 33 Times in 16 Posts	Re: Ford vs Chevy Build-up Irritating...I'm not seeing how a factory fuel pump will drop in to this tank. There is nothing for the pump assembly body to "snap into" to hold in place. This pump looks like the hat would fit and solves the problem of a return line, but still don't see how to hold the base in place. http://www.ebay.com/itm/181125069932...%3AMEBIDX%3AIT __________________ Rich Taylor I/SA - 321 Last edited by HandOverFist; 10-31-2014 at 11:18 AM.

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black88coupe Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 352 Likes: 18 Liked 19 Times in 12 Posts	Re: Ford vs Chevy Build-up Had to edit my post as I missed some of the info you posted. I believe that people run the later style tanks so the can use a Cobra setup. The stock FOX fuel system works pretty well on it's own since you wanna keep the stock lines, etc. Last edited by black88coupe; 10-31-2014 at 02:31 PM.

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black88coupe Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 352 Likes: 18 Liked 19 Times in 12 Posts	Re: Ford vs Chevy Build-up .. __________________ Mitch Beri- The Motor City 1985 GT- “Stock-ish” 5.0 motor, AOD/ trans brake. 12.68 @ 101.31mph. https://www.facebook.com/groups/FOXBODYFLEAMARKET/ Last edited by black88coupe; 10-31-2014 at 02:29 PM.

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black88coupe Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 352 Likes: 18 Liked 19 Times in 12 Posts	Re: Ford vs Chevy Build-up Just bought a kit the other day for my car. It was branded under Carter PT# P74151HP. Its a complete drop in with a 255lph Walbro pump. __________________ Mitch Beri- The Motor City 1985 GT- “Stock-ish” 5.0 motor, AOD/ trans brake. 12.68 @ 101.31mph. https://www.facebook.com/groups/FOXBODYFLEAMARKET/

10-31-2014, 01:07 PM	#66
Sean Marconette Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 958 Likes: 618 Liked 165 Times in 60 Posts	Re: Ford vs Chevy Build-up Dumb question, but is that an Aeromotive tank? I did not open your internet links. Aeromotive sells a drop-in pump that resembles your tank opening. Good luck. I am probably not telling you something that you may already know. But make sure the car is level all the way around when you install the subframe connectors. Otherwise the car could be twisted after installation. Sean __________________ Sean Marconette 84 Mustang 5060 SS/N

10-31-2014, 01:34 PM	#67
FireSale VIP Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Lakewood Washington Posts: 1,407 Likes: 29 Liked 236 Times in 127 Posts	Re: Ford vs Chevy Build-up The Aeromotive system is called Stealth. I looked it up after seeing their ads on either Gearz or the NHRA ProMod Series on TV. It fits in a stock looking pump opening in the tank but still uses -AN fittings. They may be in the tank and more easily converted to stock steel, though. EDIT: That tank is very similar to the Fox body Stealth tank from Aeromotive and probably will take the same pump. Check the specs in this link: Aeromotive Stealth Tank The Ebay seller isn't Aeromotive. Different area code. Might be a Chinese knockoff. Dale Last edited by FireSale; 10-31-2014 at 01:50 PM.