Is it illegal to have a fuel cell in your car?

Currently, fuel cells are not legal for use on vehicles operated on public roads. Any cop worth his doughnuts, however, will issue you a citation for having a fuel cell installed on your truck if he or she catches you on a public street.

Does a fuel cell need a vent?

The vent is needed! Fuel in the line will cause a line trap not allowing air in or out as fuel level changes also during temp changes. This keeps fuel in the tank in case of a role over. It must vent outside the vehicle.

Is it hard to install a fuel cell?

Installing a new fuel cell is a pain as you have to remove the seat, hoses and transfer all the equipment onto the new bladder then reinstall it all back into the car. If you don’t have the In-Tank Fuel Pump now is definitely a good time to upgrade.

What happens if air gets in your gas tank?

Air bubbles in a fuel line can lead to stalling, hiccuping or refusal to start. Keep your fuel lines free of air to help keep your car running smoothly.

Can you put gasoline in an aluminum tank?

As long as we’re talking about straight gasoline – no problem. But if the gas is more than 10% ethanol, the ethanol can cause water to collect in the gas, which messes up the gas, and cause galvanic corrosion, which can cause the aluminum tank itself to deteriorate.

What makes a fuel tank DOT approved?

Fuel tanks must be clearly and permanently marked with the manufacture’s name, manufacture date, gallon size, and must state “Meets all FMCSA requirements for non-side mounted fuel tank”, and “not to exceed 95% of capacity.”

What is the minimum size of fuel cell?

Fuel cells must be located within body, if located outside of frame it must be enclosed in a steel tube frame constructed of minimum 1 1/4-inch O.D. x .065-inch chromoly tubing.” You must be logged in to view this image or video.

Why ATL fuel cells?

ATL Fuel Cells. Founded in 1970 as a design and testing facility for flexible composite materials, ATL has turned its decades of research and product development into industry leadership in flexible containment technology.

What are the rules of NHRA for fuel cells?

nhra rules and revisions. fuel cell may be relocated to front of car, maximum 2-gallon fuel cell meeting SFI Spec 28.1 required. Fuel cells must be located within body, if located outside of frame it must be enclosed in a steel tube frame constructed of minimum 1 1/4-inch O.D. x .065-inch chromoly tubing.”.

How do I choose the best fuel cell for racing?

If you’re choosing a fuel cell for racing purposes, there are a few other things you’ll need to take into consideration, including sanctioning body and fuel type. Depending on your race sanctioning body, you’ll likely have rules on things like fuel cell materials, capacity, and mounting techniques.