Finally getting started on my WI setup
04-10-12, 10:06 PM
#1
Finally getting started on my WI setup
Ok, well after 2 years of delay and my WI system sitting in the box, I'm finally starting to make some progress. Here are a few pics of my system, tank design and mockup. Planning to run a Euro-style rear tank fully hidden by the rear cargo bay panel. I'll keep you all posted with pics and writeup as I make progress.
My system. Aquamist HFS-5 with Summer.
Preliminary tank design and proposed positioning. Tanks will have internal baffles and will be connected on the bottom edge by a radiator hose. Outlet for WI pump and low level sensor will be on the far bottom edge of the drivers side tank.
My system. Aquamist HFS-5 with Summer.
Preliminary tank design and proposed positioning. Tanks will have internal baffles and will be connected on the bottom edge by a radiator hose. Outlet for WI pump and low level sensor will be on the far bottom edge of the drivers side tank.
04-11-12, 12:42 PM
#2
i really like the idea. what do you plan to make the tank out of? i have a touring model which has a wiper and squirter but i removed all that so i want to that tank for my install. it may be a little small so i may be making a new tank as well.
04-11-12, 02:17 PM
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06-08-12, 08:15 AM
#9
No reason in particular. Just thought that having a couple vent hoses would help eliminate air pockets as the tanks fill up with liquid. Having two at different locations on top increases your chances of minimizing air pockets IMO. You could probably achieve the same result with just one slightly larger vent hose, but I do believe that they're important.
06-09-12, 07:16 AM
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06-09-12, 09:34 AM
#11
FWIW......... https://www.rx7club.com/showthread.php?t=959565
06-09-12, 02:45 PM
#12
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These type of pumps are better pushing rather than pulling. Although capable of creating suction of a few psi, the high pressure lends itself to pushing with ease.
Mount it close/below to the tank if possible, (flooded suction), wtih pump head downward in case of leak it doesn't soak the motor.
I think you could use 3/8 tubing to run to the injection point. See attached chart. Upper right.
That pump is probably rated around 1 GPM. No more than that is required for the nozzle(s) flow.
Mount it close/below to the tank if possible, (flooded suction), wtih pump head downward in case of leak it doesn't soak the motor.
I think you could use 3/8 tubing to run to the injection point. See attached chart. Upper right.
That pump is probably rated around 1 GPM. No more than that is required for the nozzle(s) flow.
06-10-12, 08:36 AM
#13
These type of pumps are better pushing rather than pulling. Although capable of creating suction of a few psi, the high pressure lends itself to pushing with ease.
Mount it close/below to the tank if possible, (flooded suction), wtih pump head downward in case of leak it doesn't soak the motor.
I think you could use 3/8 tubing to run to the injection point. See attached chart. Upper right.
That pump is probably rated around 1 GPM. No more than that is required for the nozzle(s) flow.
Mount it close/below to the tank if possible, (flooded suction), wtih pump head downward in case of leak it doesn't soak the motor.
I think you could use 3/8 tubing to run to the injection point. See attached chart. Upper right.
That pump is probably rated around 1 GPM. No more than that is required for the nozzle(s) flow.
06-11-12, 04:55 PM
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I did something similar to your design. I used the stock tanks in the back then added an additional tank, and pump under the car.
I did something similar to your design. I used the stock tanks in the back then added an additional tank, and pump under the car.
07-17-12, 08:44 PM
#16
Almost there
Tank is nearing completion. Just a few final details to work out, then mount the pump and other pieces and test it out. Just wanted to show everyone the latest progress!
For those wondering, I did a test fill and it holds ~1.8 US gals.
Prior to my only "trim" modification
For those wondering, I did a test fill and it holds ~1.8 US gals.
Prior to my only "trim" modification
07-18-12, 01:38 PM
#19
Thanks Jim. Yea, I'm pretty pleased with the final outcome.
Good question. 1.8 gals of water is a little over 6 lbs. I'll weigh them in the next few days. My guess is that the whole assembly filled weighs less than 15 lbs, but I'll verify that and let everyone know.
Good question. 1.8 gals of water is a little over 6 lbs. I'll weigh them in the next few days. My guess is that the whole assembly filled weighs less than 15 lbs, but I'll verify that and let everyone know.
09-01-12, 09:21 AM
#24
On a side note, is anyone aware of some good images of Aquamist system FD installs? Where do most mount the other "system" components? In the kick panel area? Glove box? Any guidance on BEST locations would be appreciated!
Thx
