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andrew15 08-08-2003 01:35 PM

MFI Watershields - Any Interest?
 
I have a few projects on the go involving fiberglass (Molds of the vintage buckets for one) and was wondering if anyone would be interested in a small run of watershield style air filter assemblies for cars with MFI.

I'm thinking of:
- Translucent amber finish for a 'period correct' look (could do carbon if interested)
- 'Drip lip' around the MFI cutout area that clears the pump
- Probably designed to use K&N's (unless someone has a better idea)
- Priced at less than the steel set-up for carbs

Let me know if you are interested or have any ideas you'd like to see incorporated.

Regards,
Andrew M

Halm 08-08-2003 01:42 PM

Keep me in the loop. I am very interested.

Tim Walsh 08-08-2003 01:44 PM

Keep me in the loops too.. I'd love a set of PROPER watershields for my MFI setup.

Scott Clarke 08-08-2003 02:30 PM

The translucent ones sound great. Carbon would be of no interest. I have an early system that uses the drip-type cold start mechanism. I would need a way of integrating that.
-Scott

Randy Webb 08-08-2003 03:11 PM

I'd be interested in CF.

JSDSKI 08-08-2003 03:21 PM

Sure, I'd like to see one ....

porcupine911 08-08-2003 03:48 PM

yep, i might be interested.

i have the runny-nose cold start sys too. was this on all MFI motors?

-chris

Scott Clarke 08-08-2003 03:54 PM

Chris-
I think the '72 and '73 pumps had a different cold start system.
-Scott

porcupine911 08-08-2003 03:56 PM

thanks scott!

-chris

andrew15 08-08-2003 06:27 PM

I'll get a couple of prototypes together over the next week or so and let you know the results.

Thanks!
Andrew M

Jandrews 08-08-2003 06:30 PM

I'll have the carbon fiber, please!

Thanks for the offer!


JA

kellzey 08-08-2003 06:34 PM

Carbon Joe already makes the watershield covers...

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=121478&highlight=carbon +fiber

andrew15 08-08-2003 07:01 PM

Those are nice - I'm hoping for more of a vintage feel with the amber resin, although I would also do the carbon for people.
As well the tops would have to be re-worked a bit for the MFI system (the main reason most MFI engines have the original setup still).

Thanks for the comments!
Regards,
Andrew M

needlevalve 08-08-2003 07:28 PM

I have been looking for a setup like this. Sounds sweet. Count me in for cf.

thanks

Matt

arrivederci 08-08-2003 07:51 PM

Sounds great to me too. '72-'73 style :)

kellzey 08-08-2003 08:01 PM

Hey! Thanks for doing this. I wasn't trying to scew your interest with my CF watershield post.

Keep us posted on the development. I think the amber resin colored filter housings will be awesome.

I always am happy to see someone providing a much-needed solution for the Porsche community!

Regards,

Karl

andrew15 08-08-2003 08:11 PM

Hey Karl - Don't worry about the comments. I'm viewing all replies as helpful and constructive - There's always something to learn or take away!

Thanks,
Andrew M

Jim Richards 08-08-2003 08:43 PM

I'm very interested, too. For our 73E with MFI. Thanks!

Paul Thomas 08-08-2003 10:34 PM

I had been considering doing this myself but it would be a learning experience since i have little experience with fiberglass.

One thing i had considered was using the K&N filters but squeezing them a tad to make them more like 4.5"x13" instead of 12x5". The purpose is too avoid the barometric cell on the pump. My filter bumps it slightly and deforms the filter. Granted, it is not a huge deal, but i figure if you're gonna do it..... I was also gonna do away with the hood and just do a cap type deal. It is VERY rare that i drive in the rain.

Input and insults welcomed as always.

PT

silverc4s 08-09-2003 06:54 AM

Andrew,
I would be interested as well. 70 S with original MFI. Has interference with K&N baseplate on left side in two places, by the fuel lines - NNE corner looking from back, and the microswitch actuating arm - SSW corner.
I am up for the amber resin look, or whatever, as long as it does not require MFI mods... Keep us posted., and thanks..


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