For wiring instructions, refer to the user manual, or our new float switch wiring guide. Make sure you seal the cable entrance with a cable gland.
#How to wire a etank install
And consider adding a fuel stabiliser to preserve the tank if your classic isn’t used much or is stored in winter.Īlways disconnect the battery before working on a fuel system and never attempt to weld a tank even old ones that have been empty for years can still harbour flammable vapours.Įven wire-brushing can cause sparks, so always work in a well-ventilated area, preferably outside, and have an extinguisher handy in case the worst happens. Once you’ve figured out the weight position and your switching levels, you’ll need to install float switch wiring to your waterproof enclosure. You could wire the top one to quickly heat the top quarter of the tank only. The bottom element heats water, that water rises to around the second element, causing the thermostat in the second element not coming on, so doing nothing. (battery or alternator) voltage is put into the fuel quantity indica- tor where the fine wire instrument coils reduce the voltage going to the transmitter. You can take this opportunity to apply a vinyl-resin lining that in effect creates a bag inside the tank to seal minor leaks and prevent future corrosion.Įxamine the tank’s seams, too, for corrosion and damage, and ensure that the plumbing is in good order. There isnt a huge amount of point though in my opinion. Removal and a thorough flushing is the only way to clean it. When petrol evaporates it leaves sticky varnish deposits, while trapped moisture will rust the walls.
The power supply has to be DC because only DC can charge up a capacitor. So in order for this circuit to work, it first must be charged by a DC power supply. The breadboard circuit of the circuit above is shown below. If your car still has its original steel item, chances are it has muck inside, particularly if the car has been off the road for any length of time. The LC tank circuit that we will build is shown below.
For the latest classic car news, features, buyer’s guides and classifieds, sign up to the C&SC newsletter hereĪ clean, leak-free petrol tank is vital for the reliability and safety of your classic car, but its internal condition is often overlooked, resulting in rust and crud clogging the system.