building an engine test stand

[philminotti]

As my motor nears completion, I've been contemplating building a test stand. I need suggestions for a fuel tank. My motor is fuel injected and needs a return line. I definitely don't want to buy an expensive fuel cell just to make my little stand. Suggestions?

thanks.
phil

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[lovehamr]

Phil, I did the same thing some years ago and just used a 5 gal gas can. I didn't need a return line but I don't see why one couldn't be used the same way. I used a rubber type plug with a hole and a piece of steel fuel line through it as a pick-up and I would think that a return line done the same way would work fine.

Hope that helps, Steve

P.S. How did you get your H/M VCs? I called Lee about them, he said that he'd send me a cataloge, and I havn't heard from him since.

[vettestr]

Hey Phil,
You and Steve are on track with a small gas can. Just a couple of things to think about or rather things that have bit me in the butt over time. Do not let the inlet of fuel pump get blocked, cut a few notches on the end of hose so it can not stick/suck to any surface. Placing return hose end so always submerged will greatly reduce fumes created. A vent hose out of fuel can run away from an open header collector flames is a good thing.

A radiator is needed on your test stand because coolant temp is monitored by your injection. A bucket works but makes a real mess and is a little dangerous when you blirp the throttle hot water can splash out of bucket. ENJOY !!!

[Fox]

OBTW... make sure your thermostat is in the right direction... the back pressure can be pretty significant and if a hose lets loose, look out...

Seems pretty funnny now but the 'what ifs' that didn't occur with the steam and fluids and a couple of guys standing around close looking at the gauges really isn't...

-John

[philminotti]

Steve-
maybe I got lucky, but I just called H/M and ordered them. They're Blue Thunder comp style castings...pretty spendy...about $400. I still needed extra thick gaskets from DSC to clear my Erson setup.
phil