Jonathan
As Mick points out there is a flame trap on the std set-up. As to the quantities and qualities of the oils in the various cars I have no knowledge.
I had a tip from a rally prep guy down there not to connect the engine vent hose to the oil tank, so I had it going straight to a bottle set in the position shown above, with the tank vent going into the same bottle. So far the bottle had stayed empty, but I did notice I got a Heck of a Whiff of crankcase gases into the cab if I wrung its neck. Hence taking the above tale and my desire for a sweet smelling "workplace", I've now moved the catch tank onto the rear wing area (being a 72 shell it is sited behind the rear wheel)
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I've been told that before, by the guy who used to build Jack Tordoff's RS's in his (Tordoff's) rallying days. It's because the fuel cut off solenoid is not working, I believe? A common problem, apparently.jwhillracer wrote:My MFI engine tops up the dry sump tank with petrol faster than all the oil leaks lose it
A quick sniff tells when it's time for an oil change!
JW
Certainly my (long gone to a new home) RS Replica used to dilute the oil with fuel
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Yes, the flame trap will stop flame travelling into the oil tank, but obviously doesn't stop oil and fumes entering the filter housing, where it could ignite on backfire.
You're right not to connect the engine breather direct to the oil tank. I have engine and oil tank seperately fed into my catch tank. Never noticed any fumes in the car, but with fibreglass doors, no seals etc I get plenty of fresh air!
JW
You're right not to connect the engine breather direct to the oil tank. I have engine and oil tank seperately fed into my catch tank. Never noticed any fumes in the car, but with fibreglass doors, no seals etc I get plenty of fresh air!
JW
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1970 914/6 2.4E/Webers
1970 VW Beetle project
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Foam air filters
Hi Ian,
Many thanks for the detailed info on the Rennsport classic air filters. Much appreciated. I already have a catch tank fitted so there shouldn't be a problem from that point of view. A side on photo would be very useful please. Shame about snagging the engine lid though. With Mark Waring's experience i would have thought he would have got this sorted!
Tim
Many thanks for the detailed info on the Rennsport classic air filters. Much appreciated. I already have a catch tank fitted so there shouldn't be a problem from that point of view. A side on photo would be very useful please. Shame about snagging the engine lid though. With Mark Waring's experience i would have thought he would have got this sorted!
Tim
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Re: Foam air filters
Here you go ...The Minotaur wrote:... A side on photo would be very useful please ...
Thought I would reopen this thread as the colour scheme is in the process of being updated. Originally the car was off for restoration this spring but with moving house and wanting to go to a number of PCGB 50th events this year I have delayed that.
Which left me with a car with some unsightly areas of rust so I have had some temporary metal work done including fixing the passenger B pillar and tidied up the other areas. Not wanting to spend lots of money on a proper paint job, as it will be very short term, I've gone for the all over matt look.
Currently putting the car back together but here are a couple of shots of the rear end to start. Main shell is done so now doors, wings, bonnet and all glass to be refitted. Two things I've learnt. First how easy these cars are to take apart. Like really really easy. Second what areas of the shell will need attention for the restoration (and it's not too bad).
Ian.
Which left me with a car with some unsightly areas of rust so I have had some temporary metal work done including fixing the passenger B pillar and tidied up the other areas. Not wanting to spend lots of money on a proper paint job, as it will be very short term, I've gone for the all over matt look.
Currently putting the car back together but here are a couple of shots of the rear end to start. Main shell is done so now doors, wings, bonnet and all glass to be refitted. Two things I've learnt. First how easy these cars are to take apart. Like really really easy. Second what areas of the shell will need attention for the restoration (and it's not too bad).
Ian.
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Thx. I have completed the front of the car now but other half has camara so no pics yet. I have come to the conclusion the car looks like it has been e-coated LOL. Not a look I would go for long term but fun for the summer.
Just have the doors to do and of course I now need to get my wheels refurbished as the rest is looking so smart! Away for two weeks so will finish on my return and post final pictures.
Ian.
Just have the doors to do and of course I now need to get my wheels refurbished as the rest is looking so smart! Away for two weeks so will finish on my return and post final pictures.
Ian.
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