Yes, correct the Motec141 can indeed. I was mainly speaking about units that compare with the one that VTT markets. Since that was specifically mentioned
What would you like to see developed that currently doesn't exist ?
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Yes, correct the Motec141 can indeed. I was mainly speaking about units that compare with the one that VTT markets. Since that was specifically mentioned
Oh yea, sure. I was just mentioning it because I stumbled across this the other day looking for DI standalones. Surprised there was a base map.
A proper aluminium hot side pipe for RHD cars, and a RHD inlet relocation kit that goes into a sealed carbon airbox, also a carbon engine cover really not a fan of NRW’s design
Had a thought. What about a proper strong lightweight parcel shelf that securely fits low in the E82 rear seat area and can hold weight of track wheels, etc?
Not just a rear seat delete. Functional and classy.
Not just a rear seat delete. Functional and classy.
A custom sub enclosure for ski pass. They only made one for e93 a while back
A meth kit packaged and setup to work with flex fuel with a custom tank that mounts in the trunk compartment where spare tires used to go
A meth kit packaged and setup to work with flex fuel with a custom tank that mounts in the trunk compartment where spare tires used to go
You mean this?
I think Advan in AUS made them. Problem is they are pretty small for a meth tank. You will have to refill more often. No tank level sensor location(it could be added) so you have no idea when you are running low. Whatever meth tank you get make sure it is baffled, I assume Advan's is but I would contact them. You still have to mount the pump externally so it is far from a stealth install imo.
Too bad Howerton stopped their meth tanks. I think they are the best design I have seen thus far and what I run: https://www.bummerboost.com/showthread.php?43092-Howerton-Engineering-4-AN-twin-tank-review
The issue with FF it is can't see the meth as it get's injected in the CP fast the FF sensor. It also only knows you E content not your octane rating. I think a custom tune is the only real solution. FF is basically the same cost as a custom tune.
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I am aware of that one why not raise the whole trunk floor 3 inches and simply house pump and a sump in the bottom
You would think Advan would have known better. Stainless or Plastic ftw.
I guess maybe if you hard anodized the aluminum you would be ok.
Just out of curiousity what is the issue with aluminum and why do you think you know better than Advan?
Meth is corrosive to soft metals!
Anyway I’m sure this was a preproduction version all final ones were hard anodised black.
And also I don’t think this is produced anymore.
Meth and aluminum do not mix:
http://www.methanol.org/wp-content/...of-Metals-Alloys-in-Neat-Methanol-Service.pdf
https://www.eng-tips.com/viewthread.cfm?qid=39643
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Methanol
Advan offered their Meth tank in RAW aluminum for the price of $750. Under a gallon as well iirc. Small an not very useful other than it fitting in a small space. No level sensor, no visual aid in how full the tank is etc. Much better tanks on the market like this for instance: http://www.aquamist-direct.com/806-690s-new-10l-single-tank-with-bracket-internally-baffled-drilled/ 2.5 gallons means not filling up once a month. Main thing is you want to make sure is that the meth will not corrode and that it is baffled, after that size, mounting location, etc.
Strange I’ve always understood this to be the case. I could be wrong, Everything I’ve read seems to back it up. I distinctly remember a documentary that about methanol dragsters running gas /petrol to “pickle” them so that it doesn’t corrode tanks, manifolds etc.Im no scientist so now I’m doubting what I know
Can you please explain why you believe that it doesn’t?
I was just going off what I read on the internet and what I was always told that aluminum and meth do not mix. I understand taking advice on the internet is not always the right thing to do.
Example:
One of the drawbacks of methanol as a fuel is its corrosivity to some metals, including aluminum. Methanol, although a weak acid, attacks the oxide coating that normally protects the aluminium from corrosion:
6 CH3OH + Al2O3 → 2 Al(OCH3)3 + 3 H2O
The resulting methoxide salts are soluble in methanol, resulting in clean aluminum surface, which is readily oxidized by some dissolved oxygen. Also the methanol can act as an oxidizer:
6 CH3OH + 2 Al → 2 Al(OCH3)3 + 3 H2
This reciprocal process effectively fuels corrosion until either the metal is eaten away or the concentration of CH3OH is negligible. Concerns with methanol's corrosivity have been addressed by using methanol compatible materials, and fuel additives that serve as corrosion inhibitors.
Wikipedia also has this same error: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Methanol:
Fuel for vehicles[edit]
Main articles: Methanol fuel and methanol economy
Methanol is occasionally used to fuel internal combustion engines. It burns forming carbon dioxide and water:
2 CH3OH + 3 O2 → 2 CO2 + 4 H2O
One problem with high concentrations of methanol in fuel is that alcohols corrode some metals, particularly aluminium. <--They specifically all out aluminum.
For every 10 places I read online that says do not mix aluminum with methanol I read one place that says it is ok.
Regardless, that Advan tank is not ideal for a variety of reasons I stated above. If the aluminum material it is fabricated is not one of the reasons to not use it, it still does not make it a good product compared to the other solutions on the market.
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I had another idea that would be good to bring to a mass market level, but it escapes me right now. Such is the way life goes at times I guess.
I really think a nice metal guibo and other drivetrain parts are what this platform is lacking to put it full on into the racecar category that e36 and e46 cars can so easily get into with the amount of parts readily available though.
I really think a nice metal guibo and other drivetrain parts are what this platform is lacking to put it full on into the racecar category that e36 and e46 cars can so easily get into with the amount of parts readily available though.
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