LQ4/T56 into my 69 Camaro
05-04-2011, 06:47 AM
#582
The thing I wonder about with tank mods is that the tank is galvanized to protect it from corrosion. On the outside you could paint it to protect the modified areas, but what do you do to the inside to protect the modified areas from corrosion?
PS: I just went through your whole thread to find that heater bypass loop hose part number. You have done some serious work and engineering! Your project is going to be a fantastic finished product.
PS: I just went through your whole thread to find that heater bypass loop hose part number. You have done some serious work and engineering! Your project is going to be a fantastic finished product.
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05-04-2011, 05:35 PM
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is there an advantage to soldering the mount in versus welding. was it because the metals were too different in thickness? i want to do the same thing and just wondering how to do it right. what solder did you use?
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-wade-
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05-04-2011, 05:46 PM
#585
Speedtigger - I was going to pull my tank and check for corrosion from welding and probally will be doing it soon. Snow had a good idea about sealing the inside of the tank. That will seal any pinholes and stop corrosion all in one shot.
05-04-2011, 08:57 PM
#586
I used a solid solder without the flux made into it. I picked it up at Lowes Home Improvement along with a tub of flux. I agree with Firstgenguy on the thin metal and not risking the chance of burning a hole into the bottom. Also the galvanizing would have to be removed to get adhesion with a welder. This bracket is solid using the solder. There will be no weight bearing so it should last the life of the pump anyways. My local radiator shop coats the insides of gas tanks to prevent corroded tanks from doing further damage to the fuel systems. I asked how long it lasts and he said the life of my car. I will get the low down on cost and such when the time comes.
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05-09-2011, 08:28 PM
#594
Here is a thought for you guys that haven't cut your tank yet. I finished bending and fitting the homemade pan with a little doubt on the outcome. I laid it on the counter and happen to look over and to my surprise there was a pan similar to the one I made with out having to bend ****. It was a 9"x9" baking pan. It is almost identical to the one I made. Sadly I had already cut my tank to fit the pan I made and should have waited and used the 9x9. Before you go out and buy a pan you could steal your old ladies brownie pan and once and done.
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05-09-2011, 08:38 PM
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I always wondered if there would be enough time for me on this earth to finish my projects. Guess I am getting close hopefully Lord willing I will see this engine crank and maybe have enough time to blast her down the road. You just dont never know.