Recommendations for fuel cell on a Contemporary Cobra

gjcomb · #1 (**permalink**) 03-07-2007, 11:53 PM

Hel-lo...I am in the process of replacing my original fuel tank on my Contemporary Cobra. Basically, the current setup is a modified '69 Camaro gas tank, set up with the LeMans fuel filler (inlet on the side).

I want to replace this with a new fuel cell (for safety reasons), and wanted to know recommendations/contacts for companies that I might be able to contact. I had done some initial ground work on manufacturers for fuel cells, and another Contemporary Cobra owner who is also looking for a new cell had provided me some information from ATL in New Jersey. He had drawings, photos, and part numbers for a fuel cell manufactured by ATL that was a direct fit.

So, when I did contact ATL in New Jersey on both our behalf, they mentioned no such part number or photo ever existed, unless we could reference it to a customer name. Since I could not do that, I asked for a quote. They were very pricey, since they mentioned having to custom build a fuel cell for my car.

I also tried to contact Fuel Safe in Oregon; however, since I had no direct contact person there, I believe my fax went the route of no response and into a trash can. When I did call Fuel Safe and mentioned "Cobra" they thought I was talking about the Cobra Mustang.

Anyway, I am open to any suggestions on what is available.

Thanks for the assist! George

strictlypersonl · #2 (**permalink**) 03-08-2007, 04:48 AM

Harold Lawrence is the specialty guy at Fuel safe. (harold@fuelsafe.com)

Give him drawings of what you need: Overall dimensions and where you want the filler and sender fittings. They will make an aluminum case with a bladder inside. One-offs might cost up to $1500.

RICK LAKE · #3 (**permalink**) 03-08-2007, 05:30 PM

George Bob Self in Amber PA own a contemporary cobra for 20 years. I think he has a fuel cell I will call him tonight and get back to you. You can custom an ATL 20-22 gallon cell into the back of the car but will take some of the truck space up. I will e-mail you tomorrow. Rick Lake

watervliet · #4 (**permalink**) 04-09-2007, 07:06 PM

I know this may be late, but I have a FuelSafe racing Fuel Cell that is for a 427 cobra for sale.

I am planning on setting it on ebay, but it may work for you.

Bob Perry · #5 (**permalink**) 04-09-2007, 08:39 PM

Gj , Give Me A Call (253) 988-4995 I May Be Able To Help You.

CaboCobra · #6 (**permalink**) 04-09-2007, 09:13 PM

I had Rick's stainless build me a custom tank. He may have a direct replacement for your application.

http://www.rickshotrodshop.com/

Give him a call. He is a very helpful guy.

http://www.rickshotrodshop.com/car.htm - 69 camaro tank

gjcomb · #7 (**permalink**) 04-11-2007, 03:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bob Perry

Gj , Give Me A Call (253) 988-4995 I May Be Able To Help You.

Bob - called and left a number - George

Curt C. · #8 (**permalink**) 04-11-2007, 04:38 PM

Fuel Safe will build what every you want them to. I had them build me an aluminum professional cell based on dimiensions of the stock tank. They are very easy to work with.