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02-09-2011 #1
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Anybody actually using the spectra tank
Is there anyone using the spectra tank with an LS? How do you like it other than slosh and fuel level reading? What did you do to make it work with the LS?
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02-09-2011 #2
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Scott contact Jason Rushforth. He has a spectra tank in his skylark but has the same problems with fuel starvation below 1/2 tank as does every other person who has this tank. I wouldnt recommend it.
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I have the old design in my 67. Other than the above described/well-known problems, its been problem free. I have a stock LS1. I have autocrossed & drag raced. Just keep over 1/2 tank and its fine. There is a new design out now, so if you havent bought one yet, find the new one & you should be fine. The gauge is only slightly off, and will show empty when there is still a few gallons left- not really a bad thing if you think about it.
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I spoke with three guys on another forum who have the new design and haven't had problems with it and wondered what you guys thought. I know the old ones sucked - just wondering about the new ones. Luke, do you know which version of the tank they have?
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Do you know the part number differences between old and new or is it the same?
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Yes, please keep this thread going. Very intersted to know about the new tanks.
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When you compare the simplicity of the fix to something like the vaporworks solution you either have to conclude that it cannot work or the guy who developed the fix is a genius. I must admit I am a
little skeptical that a simple little strip of steel added to that baffle will solve the problem but maybe it is good enough for street use. Looking forward to seeing test results under more demanding test conditions.1969 Camaro - LSA 6L90E AME sub/IRS
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I don't think they changed the part number. I got confused at one point because the 69 has a different number.
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If they didn't change the part number than they lowered the price quite a bit. Rock Auto is now selling them for $365. I think they were around $440 just a year ago.
No way on God's green earth I can afford a Ricks tank. If Spectra doesn't come through for me than I may have to go with a stock tank and external pump. Not the most popular option but it's been done before.1968 Pro-Touring Camaro LS1
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Just wait Tony, just wait......
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Hmmmmm.. You know something we don't know Carl???
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They said they lowered the price about a hundy. Carl, if you know something that could save us some green and help out this business venture on teh vaporworx tank could you tell us two things? Will it be priced somewhere near the spectre tank and when will it be out? Knowing these two things could influence a lot of purchases that will be made as spring is just around the corner.
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;-) Originally Posted by Cris G
By the beginning of next week there will be more info. I can't let the news out before RTTC since that will be where the new design will be first shown to the public. Very soon afterward there will be a product announcement. I can't comment on the price since someone else will be selling it, so it is against the law for me to discuss it. However, it is, IMO, an apples and oranges comparison to the Spectra tank.
There will also be three new vaporworx products coming out. One is a natural progression, the other two are something not currently offered in the automotive aftermarket. All three will also make their public debut at RTTC.VaporWorx. We Give You Gas http://www.vaporworx.com
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This subject keeps developing as time goes on...this is great, by the time I get around to working on my car again, you guys will have it all figured out for me....LOL Originally Posted by CarlC
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That's what I'm sayin! lol I would LOVE to get a Rick's Tank, but I just can't justify spending that much at this point. On my TA I had a a sumped stock tank and it honestly worked REALLY well, even when the fuel level got pretty low. Granted I wasn't autocrossing the thing but I did engage in some VERY spirited driving. I may go this route again on the 442. It makes the pump very accessible and the noise from the Bosch 044 was not very loud at all! Originally Posted by John Wright
Curious to find out what the heck else is coming out soon. I need to make a decision on a tank soon dammit!!! LOL
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any update on a release
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I am looking for a replacement tank for my 2nd gen with a FAST EZ EFI. I am near the horsepower limit for the system and my main problem is that I am sucking air below about 1/3 tank. I also have an issue with fuel odor in the garage as it is now only vented through the gas cap. I have been considering the spectre tank due to its excellent price point at Rock Auto.....is a $1000 tank really necessary?
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Is there a way to tell the difference between the earlier and newer Spectra tanks? Did they change the part number or something?
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