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Originally posted by geof33
Not to rain on your parade, but Chuck is right. PCA doesn't allow fuel lines to run INSIDE the car with no "firewall" RMVR is the same as far as I know. I've been looking into fuel line placement myself for my cell, and will be running basically the stock line configuration with an on board (in the cell) fuel pump. I haven't checked yet on the actual system for the pump, but the lines will run as stock (basically). Things may change as the project progresses in terms of pump/regulator but routing stays as it is.
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Hey Guys,
I emailed Lance Weeks, Technical and Rules Official for PCA NA. Here is what he said:
"Shaun,
There is no rule governing where your fuel lines must run, but from a safety
standpoint I would consider running them somewhere else, not in the drivers
cabin. If you have a fuel leak and it happens behind you may not know until
its to late to react.
Be safe and have fun.
Regards,
Lance"
Reasons I like the driver's cabin:
1. Absolutely least chance of a leak, either by debri hitting a line or OTE or any other chance occurance. Again, I just don't like lines running under the car.
2. If there is a leak, least chance of it running into something that will spark
3. If there is a leak, it will be noticeable at the earliest point in time: visual, smell
4. Total inspection by pulling up holders and looking at lines can be done on a by occasion basis: quickly, easily, thoroughly
5. Fire suppression system can be aimed at all areas of the hose
I'm not saying I am leaving the lines running through the car as is. This bears more thought. I really appreciate the input and dialog.