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[Jim B]

I was never happy with the lack of space in the center console for the switches. So... I built a new one prior to running the switch wires.

 

[Spanky]

That should get it done, Jim. Love your build pics!

PS - Will that fuel line be shielded in some way from your interior?

 

[old round fart]

That should be plenty of room!

 

[Jim B]

That should get it done, Jim. Love your build pics!

PS - Will that fuel line be shielded in some way from your interior?

The fuel line runs through a copper pipe on the floor board tucked against the frame rail.

 

[HenrysT]

The fuel line runs through a copper pipe on the floor board tucked against the frame rail.

What material is the fuel line, just wondering if it will have corrosive effect with dissimilar metals being together.

 

[Jim B]

What material is the fuel line, just wondering if it will have corrosive effect with dissimilar metals being together.

It is also copper.

 

[Spanky]

Will that fuel line be shielded in some way from your interior?

This is really the area that I was wondering about . . .

 

[Island Girl]

With the tank outlet at the bottom, wouldn't a more reliable connecting filter with a shutoff valve be a safer alternative . . . .

My tank outlet connection is on the bottom like yours, so I went with this option with AN connections..

 

[Gerry]

Just a thought.
Did you have a port for a fuel return put in your tank? Lot of guys I know have gone the EFI route, using the replacement "carb" type system.

May be worth running a return line anyway while you have easy access, just in case.

 

[MMC757]

Very cool center console.
I wouldn't be surprised if it ends up with some spooky steel artwork on it eventually.

I'm sure he's got the fuel system under control, its not rocket surgery.

 

[MMC757]

I'm just now noticing this gorgeous piece of work. Very nice!

 

[Gerry]

Very cool center console.
I wouldn't be surprised if it ends up with some spooky steel artwork on it eventually.

I'm sure he's got the fuel system under control, its not rocket surgery.

He most probably has, but we try to help members here in case they have missed something simple.

 

[EWTALLEY]

MMC757 you're right its not rocket surgery but, some people "over think it" and some "under think it" the guys and girls here just want to make sure that you "think it"

 

[fletcherson]

Just a thought.
Did you have a port for a fuel return put in your tank? Lot of guys I know have gone the EFI route, using the replacement "carb" type system.

May be worth running a return line anyway while you have easy access, just in case.

A return line also works well to prevent vapor lock with naturally aspirated engines because it keeps the fuel cooler. Although in a open wheel, open bay car heat buildup is less likely to be problematic.

 

[fletcherson]

BTW, my Fiat Spyder fuel line runs the length of the rocker on the drivers side from the trunk to the engine bay with no protection, other than rubber isolators and grommets, under the carpet. From the manufacturer. The battery cable also runs a similar route but along the tunnel. I found it interesting. I wouldn’t have noticed it except we had to replace the floor pan in it when restoring it... it was a small cancer treatment project to keep me focused ten or so years ago.

 

[HenrysT]

Nickel-Copper? Are you planning on putting some O rings or pieces of rubber hose (I don't know how much clearance you have) every so often to keep the tubing from chaffing one another?

Sorry Fletch, I just read your post about grommets on the fuel line on the Spider

 

[Jim B]

This is really the area that I was wondering about . . .

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That part is behind the body, not in the interior. I will try to get another pic with more line showing and the body in place.

 

[Jim B]

Nickel-Copper? Are you planning on putting some O rings or pieces of rubber hose (I don't know how much clearance you have) every so often to keep the tubing from chaffing one another?

Sorry Fletch, I just read your post about grommets on the fuel line on the Spider

I have grommets on each end of the copper pipe the fuel line runs through so I think it will be ok.

 

[Jim B]

Tha

He most probably has, but we try to help members here in case they have missed something simple.

Doesn't bother me. I have made some changes and additions based on the help and suggestions I have gotten here.

 

[Jim B]

I'm just now noticing this gorgeous piece of work. Very nice!

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Thanks much. My brother is quite the talent with an idea and a welder.