Thread: It has begun - G-Pete's 289FIA Scratch Build
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Old 12-07-2011, 07:14 AM
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The mass of the 15 gal fuel cell (filled) is too small to impact the drive ability. The original 427 with the large 42 gal (about 280 pounds) tanks over the rear axle had some problems with the slush. But nowadays this can be cured with baffles and sponges...
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