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Old 07-28-08, 11:55 AM
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Bunghole Plugs

I've got a question regarding the plugging of fuel injector bungs (why? what were you thinking?)

I've got a buddy with a GSL-SE engine swapped into a 12A car running a Dellorto DHLA. The PO who put it all together just left the injectors in the block for the sake of maintaining vacuum in the runners. I know that RB and Atkins sell kits to put turned pieces into the bungs to block them off, but what about a simple freeze plug and maybe a little silicone?

Does anyone know the I.D. of the injector bungs in the intermediate plate? I'm not sure there's room under there for a sidedraft and two big aluminum inserts sticking out under the wraparound mani, plus I'd think that simpler is better in nearly every regard.

So, GSL-SE guys, how big are your bungholes?
Old 07-28-08, 11:34 PM
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Im trying to get an SE on a trade. If I get the SE, Ill gauge my bunghole for you.
Old 07-29-08, 12:39 AM
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Thanks man. I tried a 5/8 freeze plug (couldn't find 16mm) today and they were too loose. I'll keep checking, and let me know if you find something.
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http://www.racingbeat.com/resultset....rtNumber=18147
Old 07-29-08, 01:05 AM
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its supposed to do that

 
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go with the racing beat kit, its very nicely put together.

If you do decide to custom build something perhaps you should go with ones that look like tom cruise :P



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Looky what I just saw in the for sale section (elpena is selling them)
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Back in the day, I used bolts about the same size and two-part epoxy-ed them. If you never plan to go back to injection, its cheap and simple.
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He is looking for something a bit less bulky and yet not permanent.

Freeze plugs will be the way to go. Need to pick up those 16MM and 16.2MM versions and try them.

-billy
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