Why the opposition to the trunk mounted oil tank? |
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Why the opposition to the trunk mounted oil tank? |
terrybpp |
Jul 27 2007, 06:58 AM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 4 Joined: 19-July 07 From: Fort Myers, FL Member No.: 7,922 |
After searching through a few hundred posts I have seen that people would much rather pay $1000 for a original 914-6 fender mounted tank than $200 for a aluminum trunk mounted cell. Seems like an easy savings.
The only issue I can think of besides aesthetics is the aftermarket tank could use some windage/baffling. I can understand if you are building a concourse car but not a auto-x or driver. I'd like to hear some feedback. |
brant |
Jul 27 2007, 07:35 PM
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914 Wizard Group: Members Posts: 11,632 Joined: 30-December 02 From: Colorado Member No.: 47 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
AN-10 lines would be too small for my comfort on an oil tank.
I'd never put less than AN-12 on any size -6 motor. but the main arguement in my book is weight distribution. you want to REMOVE every single ounce that you can out of the rear trunk of a 914 for handling sake. this is even true on a -4 but when you increase the rear distribution by another 150lbs by adding a -6 it becomes more important. brant |
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